< Psalms 23 >

1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
A psalm of David. Since the Lord is my shepherd, I have everything I need.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He gives me rest in green fields. He leads me towards quietly flowing streams.
3 He restoreth my soul; He guideth me in straight paths for His name's sake.
He revives me. He guides me along the right paths because that's the kind of person he is.
4 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.
Even when I walk through the valley dark as death, I'm not afraid of any evil, because you are right there with me; your rod and your staff protect me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; Thou hast anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
You prepare a banquet for me before my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with olive oil. My cup is so full it overflows!
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
I'm absolutely certain that your goodness and trustworthy love will be with me all through my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.

< Psalms 23 >