"Sielerus" Quiet Waters

(Water Color)

Psalm 23

A Psalm of David

The LORD is my Shepherd, I lack nothing.

He makes me lie down in green pastures,

he leads me beside quiet waters,

he refreshes my soul.

He guides me along the right paths

for his names sake.

Even though I walk

through the darkest valley,

I will fear no evil

for You are with me

Your rod and Your staff

they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me

in the presence of my enemies.

You anoint my head with oil:

my cup overflows.

Surely Your goodness and love will follow me

all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the LORD

forever.

When I were 10 years old my father passed away. A lady who's son was at school with me gave me a little bookmark. There was a picture of a child holding a teddy bear standing in front of a half opened door. The words "Do not fear" Ps23 was also on there. I kept the bookmark and Ps 23 has been part of my life ever since. That small token to give reassurance gave more reassurance than you can ever imagine.