Overflowing Grace: Devo 3

Day 3: Trusting the Shepherd’s Path — Psalm 23:1-3

By Rev. Myk Albaa | January 10, 2025
Week 1: Pursuing the Shepherd (Abundant Life Begins with Jesus)

Day 3: Trusting the Shepherd’s Path

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3 NLT "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."

Observation and Reflection:
The Hebrew word for "shepherd" (ra‘ah) encompasses care, guidance, and protection. As the Shepherd, God’s leadership leads to rest and renewal. The "right paths" (ma‘gal) are not only morally upright but also lead us into His purposes. Trusting these paths can be challenging, especially when they lead through valleys of uncertainty. Reflect on times when God led you to peace despite difficulties.

Picture a blindfolded person guided through a maze by a trusted friend. Though they can’t see, they follow the voice of the guide, knowing they won’t be led astray.

Missionary Hudson Taylor trusted God’s guidance as he faced financial and personal challenges in China. His faith in God’s provision and paths inspired generations of believers.

Application and Action: Write down an area where you struggle to trust God’s guidance. Pray for faith to surrender it to Him. Reflect on this quote by Charles Spurgeon: "God is too good to be unkind and He is too wise to be mistaken. When we cannot trace His hand, we must trust His heart."

Prayer: Lord, You are my Shepherd, and I lack nothing. Help me to trust Your paths, even when they are difficult to understand. Lead me to places of renewal and peace, and may my life bring honor to Your name. Amen.

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Overflowing Grace - A 21-day prayer and fasting devotional guide to live in God's abundance

Week 1: Pursuing the Shepherd (Abundant Life Begins with Jesus)
Key Focus: Understanding Jesus as our source of life, our guide, and our provider.

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Week 2: Cultivating the Heart (Living in God’s Abundance)
Key Focus: Developing a heart that aligns with God’s abundance and character.

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Week 3: Advancing His Kingdom (Sharing the Abundant Life)
Key Focus: Living out and sharing the abundant life with others.

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