Psalm 23 part 2

In this second message of a series on Psalm 23, Pastor Hugh Chalk preaches from Psalm 23:2, showing us that because the Lord is our Shepherd, we lack nothing, especially rest. He leads us into “green pastures” and beside “quiet waters,” offering peace and contentment in a weary world. Just as sheep can only lie down when four needs are met: freedom from fear, from conflict, from irritating pests, and from hunger, so we find true rest when Jesus meets those same needs in us: calming our fears with His presence, replacing pride and tension with humility and peace, covering life’s irritations by His Spirit, and satisfying our deepest hunger through salvation and His Word. Though storms still come, He is with us, and in Christ’s finished work we find forgiveness, contentment, and rest for our souls.