Five Wonderful Words

[210 words] The 23rd psalm has been a favorite of God’s people for thousands of years. It is steeped in the Israelite culture of husbandry. But all through the years it has appealed to people who realize that God is watching over them. Just the first five words alone in the English versions reveal so much, even for us today. The – This is a definite article in reference to God. He is not one of many gods, He is the God. He is the only God. Lord – This indicates that God is our savior. He is the only one who can bring us eternal salvation. Is – This present tense word reveals that God is alive and always with us. He remains all powerful and all loving. My – This shows that God is a personal God. He wants a relationship with us and deals with each us…