I praise and thank you, Lord Jesus, that you are my Shepherd--that I personally belong to you, the Creator and Sustainer of all--because you have chosen me. I am thankful that you, in your wisdom and power, love and goodness, make sure that I lack nothing necessary.

Thank you that in my present painful relational circumstance. Even  with my failures and mistakes, you are making this situation into a green pasture for me. You command me to lie down in it because here I can grow and mature and be more useful for you.

Thank you for Psalm 23 which tells me that while I am in these difficulties you lead me to the refreshing water of your Word, that you are at work transforming my soul, and that you will lead me in paths of righteousness. These truths are certain and sure, for you always do what will bring glory to your name, you will never lead me into anything that will disgrace you.

It is so good to know how trustable you are, Lord Jesus. Your wisdom is wonderful, your faithfulness is fabulous, your love is lavish, and your might is marvelous. Praise be to you continually, O God, for you are worthy!

Prayer: “Lord Jesus, help me to live in the truth that you are my Shepherd, that I lack nothing, no matter how it appears to me. Help me to trust you and stay where you put me, painful as it may be. Help me to be thankful for all you’ve given and to reject the tendency to complain about not having all I desire. Amen.”