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    Another Look at Psalm 23
    Another Look at Psalm 23
    Another Look at Psalm 23
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    Another Look at Psalm 23

    By Maxwell R Watson

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    I have long held that Psalm 23 is one of the greatest pieces of writing there is. However, it is not just some short poem that is suitable for funerals. This is a joy to read, to study, and it is my great privilege to write about. I hope you enjoy learning the whole picture of Psalm 23 as you read. It is my sincere hope that this work will inspire all who read it to know how to listen to the chief shepherd.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMaxwell R Watson
    Release dateJun 25, 2014
    ISBN9781500326166
    Another Look at Psalm 23
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    Maxwell R Watson

    I am now retired. I spent 20 years as a Pastor and then worked in International Humanitarian Aide work. In 2004 I survived a massive stroke and like to encourage people to not give up in their life circumstances.

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      Another Look at Psalm 23 - Maxwell R Watson

      Another Look at Psalm 23

      Or

      Listen to the Chief Shepherd

      by

      Maxwell R Watson

      Copyright 2014 Max Watson

      ISBN:

      Published at Createspace.com

      & Smashwords.com

      maxwatson@iinet.net.au

      Contents

      Dedication

      Acknowledgements

      Notes

      Another Look at Psalm 23

      Chapter 1

      Chapter 2

      Chapter 3

      Chapter 4

      Chapter 5

      Chapter 6

      Chapter 7

      Chapter 8

      In Closing

      About the Author

      Dedication

      This book is dedicated to my wife Christine Watson. Chris has stood by my side as a true partner through every part (the beautiful and the extremely difficult) of life for over 33 years; she is an amazing woman of God a wonderful mother to our four, now adult, children and now an ideal loving and caring Grandmother. Whilst juggling these she also wears the cap as my Carer as I live with a disability.

      I also add here a dedication to God’s Church. I have been in love with the church for over 50 years now, even though it is full of both weird and wonderful people. I still am drawn to it as the best thing this side of heaven; for I truly believe that is just what the church is supposed to be.

      Acknowledgements

      I wish to acknowledge those who have had critical input into my life. Those who have been mentors in my life include: the late Mr. Bob Weeding; Mr. Frank Kimpton & the very much still with us Mr. Kevin Craik, Dr Keith Farmer, Dr Lionel Berthelsen and Mr. Dennis (professor) Nutt. These men saw something in me that was worth bringing out. For some, it was leadership, while for others, it was to excite or challenge my thinking. I am truly grateful to each of them; and yes those who have gone before me, I still miss. To my wonderful amazing wife of over 33 years, your uncanny ability to love me regardless of what life has thrown at us, and to challenge my thinking to rise to a higher level. To my Heavenly Father, who seems to be always waiting for me to catch-up, get the plan and to move me to act on that plan!

      Note

      I am purposeful in having the line spacing a bit wider than most books. I find reading easier this way, and I feel sure most do. The same is applied to the font I use. It is my sincere hope that you find this book both easy to read and inspirational. Therefore, I believe that you will rise to the challenges of this Psalm.

      All scriptures quoted are from the New International Version, unless otherwise stated.

      Another Look at Psalm 23

      The Lord is my shepherd,

      Because I need to be kept in line.

      I shall not want,

      Because I cannot provide for myself.

      He makes me lie down in green pastures,

      Because I need a safe place.

      He leads me beside still waters,

      As I require times of rest.

      He restores my soul.

      As It often requires restoration.

      He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

      As I too often dishonour Him and fail to point people to Him.

      Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil,

      For I know who I am and where my future lies.

      for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

      Even when I don’t always recognise it, I require discipline.

      You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;

      Eventually, I will be the one prospering.

      You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

      I will take my rightful place and accept my inheritance.

      Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,

      Which is great, but I don’t deserve it.

      and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

      Which we be joy beyond reckoning.

      Written by the author March 2nd, 2008

      Chapter 1 The Lord is my Shepherd

      We were looking for a 'good shepherd,' and instead we got a German shepherd.

      Pope Benedict XVI (via www.brainyquote.com)

      Psalm 23:1

      The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

      Psalm 23 is one of the simplest pieces of poetry ever written. The lines are simple childhood like rhymes but its meanings are as deep as the deepest ocean.

      We could afford to deprive ourselves of some of earth's most magnificent libraries and so called works of great literature; rather than to deprive ourselves of this precious little poem.

      Charles Spurgeon.... Called this the pearl of psalms.

      Psalm 23 is the reflective thinking of an aged man who had been forgiven and who had discovered some wonderful truths about God. It is also: It’s a confession of faith, a possession of faith, an anthem of grace, a shout of joy and an exclamation from the heart of a man who is overflowing with love and gratitude for his Lord God.

      David had been running away, but was now ready to face whatever was to come his way. There is argument amongst scholars as to just how many metaphors there are in this psalm; One, two or three? Really, who cares, but I think there are three: God as shepherd, God as host and God as Father.

      In verses 1-4 our God is the shepherd. The scene is the pasture, and we are his sheep. In verse 5 the scene is a banquet, and God is the host and his people are the guests. In verse 6 the scene is our eternal home, God is the father, and we are his children. The shepherd becomes the host, and the host becomes the Father.

      To use the metaphor shepherd and apply it to kings or gods wasn’t an unusual practice in ancient times. There are records of several ancient kings referring to themselves as shepherd, as there are ancient writers referring to Gods as shepherds. The difference with Yahweh. Is the immediate transition

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