Even though few of us live or work in an agricultural environment I think we can all associate with the opening of Psalm 23, “The Lord is my shepherd. He makes me to lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside quiet waters. He refreshes my soul.” I suspect that even many nonbelievers find solace in these words. Isaiah warns us “We all like sheep have gone astray.” (Isaiah 53:6) We all need someone to lead us to safety and green pastures.
Who, or what, is leading you these days? An examination of our lives might suggest we are led primarily by television or movies, books and magazines, an addiction to Facebook, email, Twitter, or any number of Internet fascinations, friends, political parties, vain philosophies, career ambitions, technology, education, or finances.
If your conscience convicts you to pause at one of these ‘false leaders,’ it would be good to take a time out and talk with God. Ask him to be your shepherd today and in your life. Doesn’t resting in green pastures and sitting beside calm waters sound just like what you need today?
