![]() ![]() This is a pattern in Scripture and a template for God’s people in life. In this context, the significance of Psalm 23 following Psalm 22 would be missed by many, but it’s not a coincidence that words of distress, such as “ My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? …I cry by day, but you do not answer, and by night, but I find no rest” (Psalm 22:1–2), precede promises of comfort and mercy. ![]() ![]() It’s often to these words of God that people turn when in distress, looking for comfort and encouragement. This Psalm is one of the most widely recognized passages of Scripture and the favorite of millions, from professing believers to rare churchgoers. ![]() This was certainly the case during the days and weeks following as funerals are where most people encounter King David’s words about the Divine Shepherd. No doubt, in many of those churches, Psalm 23 was read or referenced. A question was at the front of everyone’s mind: What does it mean? Americans were gathering in shock, fear, dismay, and sorrow about what had happened five days prior on 9/11. It is estimated there was a 40 percent increase in average attendance at Sunday morning services. On September 16th, 2001, churches across the United States were packed. ![]()
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