Psalm 23

Psalm 23

A psalm by David. 

¹The Lord is my shepherd. 

I am never in need. 

²He makes me lie down in green pastures. 

He leads me beside peaceful waters. 

³He renews my soul. 

He guides me along the paths of righteousness 

for the sake of his name. 

⁴Even though I walk through the dark valley of death, 

because you are with me, I fear no harm. 

Your rod and your staff give me courage. 

⁵You prepare a banquet for me while my enemies watch. 

You anoint my head with oil. 

My cup overflows. 

⁶Certainly, goodness and mercy will stay close to me all the days of my life, 

and I will remain in the Lord’s house for days without end.