Psalm 23
Guided Through Valleys: Psalm 23 by Bailey Byers
Lyrics
The Lord is my Shepherd
The speaker acknowledges God as their Shepherd, expressing a personal and close relationship.
I shall not want
The speaker declares confidence that their needs will be met by God, emphasizing trust and contentment.
He will restore me
The speaker believes that God will bring restoration, suggesting a sense of renewal or healing.
He will provide
The speaker expresses trust in God's provision, indicating reliance on divine care.
Even though I walk
Even when facing challenging and unfamiliar situations, the speaker remains steadfast in faith.
Through valleys unknown
The reference to "valleys unknown" symbolizes difficult times or hardships in life.
I know He protects me
The speaker asserts confidence in God's protective nature during life's challenges.
I know He will guide
Expressing assurance that God will provide guidance through life's journey.
I will not fear
Despite uncertainties, the speaker declares freedom from fear, relying on God's presence.
I know You are with me
A direct address to God, acknowledging His continuous companionship and support.
I will not fear
Reiteration of the speaker's choice not to fear, emphasizing trust in God's constant presence.
I know You are with me
Repeated affirmation of faith in God's continual presence and support.
Surely Your goodness and Your mercy
The speaker reflects on God's goodness and mercy, expecting these qualities in their life.
Will follow me all my days
Anticipating that God's goodness and mercy will be present throughout the speaker's lifetime.
Surely Your goodness and Your mercy
Reiteration of the expectation that God's goodness and mercy will persist in the speaker's life.
Will follow me all my days
Confirmation that God's positive attributes will follow the speaker consistently.
I will not fear
Reaffirming the speaker's choice not to be afraid, grounded in the assurance of God's presence.
I know You are with me
Restating confidence in God's continual companionship, leading to a fearless mindset.
I will not fear
Reiteration of the decision not to fear, relying on the constant presence of God.
I know You are with me
Affirming trust in God's ongoing support, fostering a sense of security and peace.
Surely Your goodness and Your mercy
Reflecting on the enduring nature of God's goodness and mercy throughout the speaker's days.
Will follow me all my days
Repeating the expectation that God's positive qualities will accompany the speaker throughout life.
Surely Your goodness and Your mercy
Affirming the persistent presence of God's goodness and mercy in the speaker's life.
Will follow me all my days
Concluding with the assertion that God's goodness and mercy will continue to be present throughout all of the speaker's days.
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