Gods encouraging word of the day

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”

Psalm 23:4

In Israel there’s an ancient trail up to Jerusalem which climbs above the deep precipice the Jews call “The valley of the shadow of death.”

They say David had this scene in mind when he wrote Psalm 23.

When walking this narrow trail, weary pilgrims going to Jerusalem could easily slip and fall into the deep canyon below, or robbers might assault them from the huge boulders on the mountainside.

It was a dreaded, fearful and dangerous part of the upward climb to the Holy City. But, singing the songs of Praise and claiming the promises of God’s Word, they moved joyfully on to the celebration awaiting them.

This verse is about God’s provision in the hour of fear or death. When we’re afraid of anything be it living or dying we must remember that we can pass through that valley without fear because we know our Shepherd is with us, and we’re comforted to know that he’s fully capable of guiding and sustaining us.

God Bless You