All I Need

I have lots of wants. I have lots of needs. As a grown-up I have to be discerning between the two. I sometimes turn my “wants” into “needs” to that I can justify them. When my kids had wants, I had to make the call when they were actually wants versus needs.

As I read this most famous of David’s psalms, I remember that the Lord has my needs covered. I can simply rest and soak in the words of this Psalm. I’m encouraged. I’m inspired. I have protection. I’ve been soaking in verse 1 in this version for the past couple of weeks. Check this out….

The Lord is my shepherd;
I have all that I need.

He lets me rest in green meadows;
    he leads me beside peaceful streams.
    He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths,
    bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk
    through the darkest valley,
I will not be afraid,
    for you are close beside me.
Your rod and your staff
    protect and comfort me.
You prepare a feast for me
    in the presence of my enemies.
You honor me by anointing my head with oil.
    My cup overflows with blessings.
Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me
    all the days of my life,
and I will live in the house of the Lord
    forever. (Psalm 23:1-6 NLT)

The Lord’s Presence is such a game-changer.

His Presence is with me through whatever I face.

He Provides for my needs and sometimes my wants.

He is Present His Word.

He is Present in my journey.

Pressing On!

Dwayne

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