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Psalm 23 (NIV)
A Psalm of David.
1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk
through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.6 Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Choose one or two key verses from the Scripture reading in 2 Corinthians today and do at least one of the following for your chosen verse(s).
A – Ask questions of the text (Who, what, why, where, when)
E – Emphasize certain words as you read the text over & over
I – In your own words (paraphrase one or more verses)
O – Other verses in the Bible that say the same or opposite
U – Use it; apply the truth from the text in your life
Generous Jesus, You provide me with all that I need. You provide a place of comfort for me by being in Your presence through prayer and Your Spirit refreshes my soul. You guide me through Your Word to navigate through my days as I seek to serve You. I have confidence in Your grace and care even when things are not going well because I trust that Your goodness and mercy will follow me. I look forward to the joys of Your salvation. Amen