How can the Lord become your Shepherd? Hear us today, Father, and grant these requests of Your people. %PDF-1.7 Second, David's faith rested in the fact that God was His shepherd. I dont. Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. /N 12 He took our sickness and placed it upon himself so that we might live. After extended conversation, the two armies agreed to pool some of their food together for a Christmas meal. A Hope Which Exchanges Fear for Faith ( Psalm 23) A Message of Hope ( Hebrews 2:14-15) Christ's Comfort ( John 14) Death: The Door to Eternity ( Luke 16:19-31) Freedom from the Fear of Death ( John 14:1-6 and Hebrews 2:14-15) GodA Shepherd to Israel ( Ezekiel 34) God the Protector . . He infected us with his life, and helped us to see the light. 0000032350 00000 n Ive seen it happen in the lives of others. 0000018903 00000 n Your observation of no shadow without light is a vision I treasure. He knows the way. The message from the everyday saints to "walk the walk" of daily faith in our time, the message is clear: Psalm 23 is essential. This is the faith of which David is writing, in Psalm 23. If its ok for Jesus to grieve for the loss of those closest to him, it is ok for you to do the same. Now as we mourn the loss of our departed sister in Christ; we know that our loss is heavens gain. The psalmist sees God in control of his life. Fearless Comfort: A reflection on Psalm 23:4. Psalm 23:1-3, 4, 5, 6. John 10:26-28: You do not believe, because you are not of My sheep, as I said to you. Dont you believe a word of it. The Christian can be thankful for the failures of those whose lives have touched their own because of the assurance that "God causes all things to work together for good, to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28). Why do they need a shepherd? The LORD watches over you--the LORD is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night. Abraham is perhaps one of the most well-known Old Testament patriarchs. Instead, the desire of sheep to be led comes through. 2 http://www.workingpreacher.org/craft.aspx?post=1498. Post Reply One foot in front of the other. 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, [NEW YEAR] 4-Week Series to kick off 2023, [PRODUCTIVITY] Fulfill your full potential, [FOUNDATIONS] Getting back to what matters most. To comfort: Florence leaves a vacancy that no one can replace, a gap in our lives. God is bigger than any problem we will ever face in life. I know that I preach as much or more to myself as to anyone else. The value of the words and their expression at the end of life is well established. Regardless of the faith background of people or no faith background at all, Psalm 23 is the most requested funeral scripture. endobj Jesus was always to be our shepherd. John 6:37-40, Psalm 23, Psalms 23:1-6, Psalms 6:1-10, Sermon Topics: I do not remember ever taking a funeral where I did not use the 23rd Psalm. 3 Tests Of Plagiarism: Do Your Sermons Pass Them. As we sit in this room, and mourn but also celebrate the life of Brandy, our soul feels dead, it feels no joy or rest. God spares nothing to care for me. For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.. Shepherds know the needs of their sheep. Apr 11, 2018. Scripture: Psalm 23. They told him, In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: Not having learned the wisdom of Psalm 23 yet, when she could not get what she wanted, she would declare I want (and then whatever it was). Biblically, prophets shine the light on Jesus as the Good Shepherd. If you are coming for the first-time . Does this mean that everyone will be saved by Christ's death? Prayerfully ask God to show you prophets to whom you should listen. (a) It tells of the crucifixion of the Messiah. A Psalm of David. But as a preacher of the gospel, it is also my obligation to remind you that our eternal destiny is not determined by the ratio of our good deeds to our faults and failures, which the Bible more frankly calls sin. Psalm 121, Psalm 23, Psalms 23:1-6, 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, [NEW YEAR] 4-Week Series to kick off 2023, [PRODUCTIVITY] Fulfill your full potential, [FOUNDATIONS] Getting back to what matters most. A second image in the Twenty-third Psalm to which I would call your attention is this: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies. In fact, 32 separate times through the Bible, we hear about God or Jesus as the good shepherd. God has the ability to provide for us. Judy trains sheepdogs, as well as others who have sheepdogs. Through Gods grace, in Christ, we will be reunited with her in heaven, Prayer for the family, church and community. God will never leave us or forsake He is always there for us, b.) I was scrolling through her Facebook page and noticed this fun tradition of pie-ing someone in the face at the Waffle House. If so, you will no longer be enslaved by the fear of death. Man's fear of death is well-rounded. Some call that light God or Jesus. Make Your Spirit and peace present in all of their homes and lives. The Good Shepherd provided for all His needs. Pastor Hromowyk preaching Psalm 23Hymns: 790 Praise to the Loard, the Almighty657 A Mighty fortress Is Our God717 Eternal Father, Strong to Save His fear was replaced by faith. Do you have this same assurance? If Interrupting the Silence has been meaningful in your life or helpful in your ministry please. 15 Outstanding Quotes To Recharge Your Preaching. 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.' (Verse 4) Tonight, we gather as people who have walked through the valley of the shadow of death. Sometimes the journey is filled with joy, and sometimes it is very sad and lonely. It is already a present reality. We trust in the good shepherd. Psalm 23 is one of those places. It becomes a solid declaration that we are those people who have been richly blessed and so can lead lives of confidence, courage, and generosity, knowing that we have, indeed, been blessed to be a blessing.2. Out of visioning time together, I am asking all of us to be in prayer. The first image is that of a shepherd and his sheep. From this you may be tempted to think about Psalm 23 as a funeral Psalm. Psalms 23:4. 0000004004 00000 n This is the good news of the gospel, of which the writer to the Hebrews is speaking. He leads me beside still waters. The psalm begins, ''The Lord is my shepherd'' (v. 1). The prophet Micah tell us of Jesus as the shepherd king from Bethlehem. The wise seek Jesus. . Sometimes it takes all we have just to take the next step. We were only two weeks into our time in Zambia when I attended my first funeral, that of a young child of a young family who would become our friends. You see, Jesus was grieving. We can persevere as long as we can see light at the end of the tunnel. Pastors will find that adding personal notes about the deceased is easy to do. In baptism we are made members of the household of God already, and our destiny is made secure through faith. Jan 10, 1988. The table here speaks of feasting and fellowship. Those who have personally trusted in Jesus Christ can also give thanks for the failures and the faults of those who have touched their lives, and have passed on. They tell stories about its comfort and familiarity. He makes me lie down in green pastures; The famous historical events from WW I are being omitted. I Know the Psalm, But He Knows The Shepherd. We who work with God, also need to know one another. You and I are known by God intimately as a shepherd knows each sheep. It would be so wonderful if God would simply promise to us that we would never go through difficult times. There can be no shadow without light. To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. B. His son who was standing by his bedside said, No, no, father, you are dreaming. And thus, those who trust in Him need no longer fear death. Thou hast anointed my head with oil; The basis of David's faith is expressed in Psalm 23. We trust in the good shepherd. Thank you Jerry. There must be something we need. In the Old Testament, the sins of Israel were temporarily atoned for by the sacrifice of a lamb. He gave Abraham and Sarah as son, when they were "as good as dead" so far as child-bearing was concerned. To get sheep to rest, they must be free from fear and sickness, there must be no worry among them, they must not be aggravated by the weather conditions, and they can't be hungry. stream It is not. Psalm 23 reminds us that life has difficult moments, but ultimately, we find protection and joy. >> Audio Pre-Recorded: Funeral was held at Lee Funeral Home in Regina Saskatchewan. It describes, in poetic terms, the peace and confidence which David has, in the face of adversity and opposition from his enemies, and even death. The psalm goes on to say, "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. They are mine. But a guide can get you through because he knows the way so well. We are here this evening for the joyful funeral of Mrs. Eloise Roop. St. Peter wrote in his first letter (1 Pet 4:12) Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you., The Bible constantly tells us that there will be difficult times in life, and Psalm 23 voices such a warning. Thank you. We want happiness. Yes, the shadow of death is our reality today. Heaven is the completion of Gods grace for us, 1.) who is to shepherd my peopleIsrael. . He makes us lie down in green pastures. Death should cause us to mourn. Today we walk through the valley of the shadow of death (Psalm 23). preach the funeral sermon. (1) Psalm 22 deals with Mount Calvary. 0000003817 00000 n Your email address will not be published. thirty something years ago, early in my first pastorate, i preached a sermon entitled: "why we do funerals backwards." my contention then, as now, is that the traditional american funeral should be reversed. It does not say, God will keep you from danger, but rather it describes that there will come times, and they come for all of us, when we feel like we are walking through a dark, dangerous valley -- a valley of the shadow of death.. 0000002553 00000 n "He maketh me to lie down in green pastures.". This psalm is a favorite, especially when one brought fact to face with the grim reality of death. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever. Psalm 23 is often quoted, recited . We have many wants dont we? That light is always there. To breathe new air, and find it - celestial; To feel invigorated, and find it - immortality; To rise from the care, the loneliness, and the turmoil of earth. 0000018083 00000 n I do hope you and you family are well. Sometimes they talk about memorizing it at school. Today, however, will not let us escape that reality. Knowing that his wife was beautiful, and fearing that the Egyptians would kill him, in order to marry his wife, Abraham instructed Sarah to lie, and to represent herself as his sister, not his wife. Sunday: The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. Psalm 23:1. Credit will be given to the author of the sermon. endobj However, that seemed to me to be off kilter somehow. 1013. Introduction. A shepherd who knows this sheep will lead and this sheep will always need more attention. Sometimes they tell the story about memorizing it as a child in Sunday School. My heart hurts for this family, I know too well their hurt. Indeed, we are still walking through the valley of the shadow of death. Years ago I met a veteran of World War I. Thats why we must stay close, walk together, and continually remind ourselves and one another that a shadow cannot exist apart from light. 0000003787 00000 n The light has been with us from the beginning. Death was defeated by the Lamb who was slain, and who rose again. He does not send us through the dark valley with a cheery promise to meet us again on the other side. Marsh,. he would say again. This is the reason why Jesus came to earth. When John saw Jesus, he cried out. Scripture is clear if you want to know this Savior, to know this shepherd who must turn from living life for yourself and trust in Jesus as the Good Shepherd to lead you through life. Isaiah spoke of it as the Sprit of the Lord God bringing good news, binding up the brokenhearted, and comforting those who mourn (Isaiah 61:1-3). We come, knowing that we, too, shall experience death. The Lord is our shepherd, the one who shepherds us, who leads us, who guides us. /ID [<11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c><11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c>] /T 108286 The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. A. Psalm 23:4: Courageous Faith: E. Erskine. For if the Lord is my shepherd I can also say, 'I'll not want'. Verse 6 summarizes really well the life of those who follow the Good Shepherd. God once again spared them. The Funeral Sermon for Helen Abercrombie Pastor Michael L. McCoy Grace, mercy and peace to you, in the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. In the next few moments, I want to offer to you the hope which David experienced, and which he expressed in Psalm 23. May this hope be yours in this hour of grief. I have always heard sheep described as stupid. God loves us like a Father He will protect us, b.) This is the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, thanks be to God, Amen. I know. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 43 34 Psalm 23 is a highly personal Psalm for David. /ViewerPreferences 42 0 R After this an old man was asked to present the same Psalm. Psalm 23. The LORD will keep you from all harm-- he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. He knows the way and He will personally lead you home if you are His sheep. Paul expects Christians to view death differently than the rest. We have many wants, but the psalmist points us to the reality that all that we may want in life is found and satisfied in the Shepherd. Death was not in the cards. We come to You and ask for Your divine presence in this place today and grant to us Your Spirit of comfort. David knew that he had received God's lavish care all his life. Scripture: Psalm 25. Biblically, prophets shine the light on Jesus as the Good Shepherd. 0000002861 00000 n John the Baptist was a prophet, the prophet whose privilege it was to introduce Jesus of Nazareth as God's Messiah. Read Psalm 23. Amen. Light. Let me be clear about this. Psalm 23 gives us a glimpse of the care God gives us in both our earthly and eternal lives. ii) Psalm 23 is in between two "mountain" Psalms. Ashley, I suspect, would describe it as what he called the matrix. Shortly after coming to St. Philips he started telling me about experiencing the matrix. Do you have a personal relationship with Him? We want to know that we can depend on God and the way God cares for us. Only those who know the Good Shepherd will enjoy the benefits of this Psalm. I want you to learn to smile at death. Death is the penalty for sin, and we are all sinners, worthy of death. If you knew her, you are blessed for having that opportunity. Throughout this series, we will hear from Judy on living with sheep and sheepdogs. /Filter /FlateDecode The first part of the verse is clearly about life, using the words all the days of my life. You may know the 23 rd Psalm, but do you know the Good Shepherd? 0000016588 00000 n The peace of the twenty-third psalm is built on that great promise, "The Lord is my Shepherd.". Psalm 23 has become a daily adventure for me as I try to imagine what it means for me each day. 5 Yet you sweep people away in the sleep of death. But all of this was because David knew the Lord. R/. This is what happened a father gave his only son to the neighboring tribe and brought peace. Because of this, Joseph could not only forgive his brothers for selling him into slavery, he could recognize the good hand of God in this cruel act, providing him with the opportunity to return good for evil, and to spare the lives of his own family, even though they had not spared his (see Genesis 37-45; 50:20). The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep. That light does not undo what has happened or magically make everything better. Only the shepherd can restore our souls from the ravages of sin. But Abraham and Sarah were unable to bear children. Psalm 90:3-6. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. He restores my soul. We want to know that our life matters. 15 Outstanding Quotes To Recharge Your Preaching. The Lord protects, guides, and supports us. He writes this Psalm from the perspective of sheep. Whether it is Psalm 23, John 14, the last verse of Psalm 17, or a thousand other Bible passages, God's Word is powerful and will do its work. Both are essential. Thank you Anne. Psalm 23 - The Lord is My Shepherd. "Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" How can we walk in the paths of righteousness? We thank the Lord for another beautiful Sunday morning that He has given us. She often times went above and beyond for people that she knew. /O 45 In the words of the poet Mary Oliver, he was a bride married to amazement and a bridegroom taking the world into [his] arms (When Death Comes, New and Selected Poems, vol 1, p. 10). /Linearized 1 1. Even though I walk through the . I was overcome with grief, disappointment, and anger that death had taken a husband, a father, a brother, another son, and my friend. It is the greater reality of today. As we sit in this room, and mourn but also celebrate the life of Brandy, our soul feels dead, it feels no joy or rest. 0000004377 00000 n I am so sorry about your fathers death. Ted A. Giese / Friday October 23rd 2020: Season of Pentecost / Psalm 23 'Lord Take My Hand' The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousnessfor His name's sake. The Sawi then realized that this was what God had done for them. He did it by dying on a cross and raising from the dead. My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. God is frequently described in the Bible as being like a shepherd who cares for and tends to a flock of sheep. While we may see this as a natural part of life, this was not how God designed this life to be. Others might speak of it as the Divine, the Holy, the Mystery. I am increasingly careful about the terms I use in preaching. /E 36556 And then he would tell me about you Z., and you M., and you O., and you R., and you A., and you too T. You all are the threads woven throughout his matrix. His beloved Son brought them eternal peace with Himself. Third, David's faith replaced his fear of his enemies, and even of death. Thank you for sharing it. Funeral from Psalm 23. FIRST-PERSON: Funeral service's 23rd Psalm recitation underscores today's biblical illiteracy. I dont know when or where or how it will happen for you, but I promise you this, there will be moments when you catch glimpses of the light, and the day will come when the light pierces the shadow. You must know and love the sheep. 0000018544 00000 n A. And Jesus wanted to just spend some time alone, praying and thinking. Scripture: Learn more. Jesus has trod the Psalm 23-journey before us. But there they were, eating together at a table, or at least on the ground, in the presence of an enemy. It is in moments like this that I have no answers, explanations, or understanding for myself or for you. Consider these words, from the pen of the unknown author of the New Testament Book of Hebrews: Since then the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise also partook of the same, that through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil; and might deliver those who through fear of death were subject to slavery all their lives (Hebrews 2:14-15). David could rejoice because the Lord, his Shepherd, was with Him. Goodness and mercy follows them all their lives and then they dwell in the house of the Lord forever. The Lord Jesus Christ then died for our sins, and suffered the penalty, our penalty, of death. for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God," God is not a distant God who winds up the universe and lets it go. He was at peace because he knew the Good Shepherd would lead him home. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? Not sure what you know about sheep but lets just say that without the shepherd there, the sheep would find themselves in desperate need of protection and provision. 0000032765 00000 n % Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me. 1 Keller, Phillip. . There are many needs around the world and many good ideas about how to serve people well in the name of Jesus. But there is another reality, a greater reality. This sermon has inspired me greatly as I am using portions of it to prepare a sermon/eulogy for my fallen first cousin. His fear was replaced by faith. God's provisions are certainly available, but only if the Lord is your shepherd. Click here to return to the Sermons page.. Psalm 23:4. Psalm 23 says: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. David understood what it was to be a shepherd and David knew a lot about sheep and what sheep need. He hasnt left you to figure this out or find your way on your on. He leads me beside still waters. a.) We cannot remove this problem ourselves. (John 1:29). 1983. Presbyterian/Reformed. David killed lions and bears with his own hands. My cup overflows. Like sheep we have wandered into the wilderness of sin. Jesus, as the ruler, who will come out of the people and shepherd the people. The valley is real and the shadow is here. What Is The Songline Of Your Life? I hope it speaks for you in this time of remembering. Required fields are marked *. The Lord is my Shepherd. 76 0 obj He was not afraid of dying because God was with Him. The goodness and kindness of Mrs. Smith is the source of the warm memories which we have sought to recall and refresh in her eulogy a few moments ago. My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. . The putter is the essential club for golfers. He restores my soul. There are two images that the Psalmist paints for us. And you, Bethlehem, in the land ofJudah, they are like the new grass of the morning: 0 Heaven is our living hope, even in death, 2.) That sounds light-years away, but in fact it The Lord is my shepherd: This psalm starts right at the core of things, naming who God is, and who we are. He goes on to say: "He makes me lie down in green pastures.". A short time elapsed and then, following what seemed to the family to be the death struggle he spoke again: This is my triumph; this my coronation day! Through Christ we pray. I want you to garner some of her insight as well. However, I have come to believe that Psalm 23 has little to do with funerals, instead, it has everything to do with life and familiarity. Thou dost prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; 0000017003 00000 n Started telling me about experiencing the matrix Psalm for David does this mean that everyone will be given to neighboring. Abraham is perhaps one of the faith background at all, Psalm 23 is in two! 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