Finding Peace in the Shepherd’s Care
In a world filled with noise and chaos, it’s easy to lose sight of the One who can bring us true peace. We often find ourselves focusing on the waves of our troubles rather than the Savior who walks through them with us. Our attention is drawn to our own limited resources, rather than the limitless power of our Shepherd.
A Gift of Rest
Psalm 23:2 reminds us, “He makes me to lie down in green pastures; leads me beside the still waters.” The emphasis here is on the Shepherd’s action, not our own. He is the one who makes us lie down, who leads us to still waters. It’s not about what we can do, but about what He has already done for us. The green pastures are a gift from God, a reminder that our Shepherd has already prepared a place of rest for us.
Shifting Our Focus
When we focus on our problems, we can become overwhelmed and anxious. But what if we shifted our gaze to the One who can feed five thousand hungry people with just a few loaves of bread? What if we trusted that He can provide for us, even in the most difficult times? By changing our focus, we can find peace and rest in the midst of turmoil.
Embracing the Gift of Rest
David’s words in Psalm 23 remind us that our Shepherd invites us to rest in His finished work. This is not a pasture we’ve created for ourselves, but a gift from God. So, let’s take a deep breath, shut out the noise of the world, and rest in the Shepherd’s care. Let’s trust that He has everything under control, and that His pasture is a place of abundance and peace.
A Life of Trust
By changing our focus and embracing the gift of rest, we can live a life of trust in our Shepherd. We can walk through the waves of trouble, knowing that He is with us, guiding us to still waters. So, take a moment to relax, to breathe deeply, and to trust in the One who has already prepared a place of rest for you.
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