The writer of Psalm 136 is a bit of a broken record. Twenty-six times he repeats the same exact phrase: His love endures forever. The "his" is God, of course. Perhaps this psalmist knew his readers or hearers might forget God's love in the midst of troubling times and so he drives the truth deep into their souls. Do you need to hear this truth?

I've been preaching from the Psalms over the past few weeks and sharing songs inspired by several of these Hebrew poems. When it came time to focus on Psalm 23, I decided to write a song which would reflect the joy and refreshment David wanted his hearers to experience as they heard his comforting psalm. I pray The Lord Is My Shepherd will bring your into God's loving and caring presence.

The Lord is My Shepherd

Verse 1:
The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing good.

I lie in green pastures; I drink from the brook.

My soul is refreshed, oh! My soul is refreshed, oh!

My soul is refreshed!

Verse 2:
The Lord is my shepherd; I follow his lead.

In darkest of valleys; I’ve nothing to dread.

My soul is refreshed, oh! My soul is refreshed, oh!

My soul is refreshed!

Verse 3:The Lord is my shepherd; His love follows me.

Each day in his presence; His goodness I see.

My soul is refreshed, oh! My soul is refreshed, oh!

My soul is refreshed!

Verse 4:
The Lord is my shepherd; My cup overflows.

Forever and ever; I’ll dwell in his home.

My soul will rejoice, oh! My soul will rejoice, oh!

My soul will rejoice!

©2025 Mike Neifert (Inspired by Psalm 23)

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