I feel a wave of gratitude for Psalm 23 because when I think back on all the obstacles I've come across in this life, it has held my head up high when all appeared lost. It assisted me in recognizing that I an never alone in my anguish, and I can lean on some greater power than my exhausted options
I love the King James Version:
The LORD Is My Shepherd
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 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. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
My Faith Helped Me
Once upon a time, I appeared to have everything-- a devoted husband, fantastic kids, and a well-known Ministry. Then when it seemed that things were as perfect as could be, everything tumbled. I was betrayed by a business associate and lost my money and the recognition of my peers.
What was especially upsetting was that I was a nobody from a small town and none of the tremendous gains in life I had achieved came easily. It took a substantial amount of effort to become the creator of one of the most influential Christian organizations in this country. Yet while it took me years to achieve this level of high success, it just took a short while for me to lose everything. I lost my Ministry and my dear husband lost his health. Later, the collapse even resulted in a divorce.
Yet today I have not only recovered from all my losses, but I am now the President of Real Money USA, a highly successful financial company that helps Americans preserve their assets through investing in gold and silver rather than relying on our fiat currency which is losing its value at a precipitous rate.
What is my secret of success? How did I come out of the wreck alright?
My answer in one word: Faith.
Renewed faith gave me the strength to carry on, to persevere past obstacles that would've crushed anyone's spirit. Reading Psalm 23 to myself and my children gave me the courage to believe in a brighter future when it seemed hopeless to believe.
God has His plans for believers even when things appear utterly hopeless, He stands by our side. It is when we have lost all hope, when death itself looks like a reprieve, that we need to remember His Word; and by recalling it, we're made strong once again. Psalm 23 is His Word and it will hold you if you are currently experiencing trying circumstances and awful anxiety. Review the words over and over; a calm spirit will envelop you, and you will know that you are not alone in life.
I love the King James Version:
The LORD Is My Shepherd
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 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. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
My Faith Helped Me
Once upon a time, I appeared to have everything-- a devoted husband, fantastic kids, and a well-known Ministry. Then when it seemed that things were as perfect as could be, everything tumbled. I was betrayed by a business associate and lost my money and the recognition of my peers.
What was especially upsetting was that I was a nobody from a small town and none of the tremendous gains in life I had achieved came easily. It took a substantial amount of effort to become the creator of one of the most influential Christian organizations in this country. Yet while it took me years to achieve this level of high success, it just took a short while for me to lose everything. I lost my Ministry and my dear husband lost his health. Later, the collapse even resulted in a divorce.
Yet today I have not only recovered from all my losses, but I am now the President of Real Money USA, a highly successful financial company that helps Americans preserve their assets through investing in gold and silver rather than relying on our fiat currency which is losing its value at a precipitous rate.
What is my secret of success? How did I come out of the wreck alright?
My answer in one word: Faith.
Renewed faith gave me the strength to carry on, to persevere past obstacles that would've crushed anyone's spirit. Reading Psalm 23 to myself and my children gave me the courage to believe in a brighter future when it seemed hopeless to believe.
God has His plans for believers even when things appear utterly hopeless, He stands by our side. It is when we have lost all hope, when death itself looks like a reprieve, that we need to remember His Word; and by recalling it, we're made strong once again. Psalm 23 is His Word and it will hold you if you are currently experiencing trying circumstances and awful anxiety. Review the words over and over; a calm spirit will envelop you, and you will know that you are not alone in life.
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