Psa 23:2 | MHM | STEP | The Comforts of a Living Saint Here David describes the blessings of having the Lord as his shepherd. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures —this speaks of the supports and comforts of life that come from God’s good hand. Even a little, when received from God and enjoyed with faith, is a green pasture to the godly (Ps. 37:16; Prov. 15:16–17 ). God’s ordinances are these green pastures, where the soul is nourished and refreshed. He gives his people not only provision, but also peace and contentment, so that their souls dwell at ease in him, making every pasture green. Let us not be content to pass through these pastures, but to lie down in them—abiding in God’s means of grace for continual nourishment. He leadeth me beside the still waters —God not only provides food and rest, but also refreshment and pleasure. The still waters are the consolations of God, the joys of the Holy Spirit, which revive the weary soul. God leads his people not to troubled or stagnant waters, but to quiet, running streams that best suit the spirit of those who seek him. Those who feed on God’s goodness must also follow his direction, as he guides by his providence, word, and Spirit, arranging all for their good.

‏ Psalms 23:2

The Comforts of a Living Saint

Here David describes the blessings of having the Lord as his shepherd. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures—this speaks of the supports and comforts of life that come from God’s good hand. Even a little, when received from God and enjoyed with faith, is a green pasture to the godly (Ps. 37:16; Prov. 15:16–17 ^a). God’s ordinances are these green pastures, where the soul is nourished and refreshed. He gives his people not only provision, but also peace and contentment, so that their souls dwell at ease in him, making every pasture green. Let us not be content to pass through these pastures, but to lie down in them—abiding in God’s means of grace for continual nourishment.

He leadeth me beside the still waters—God not only provides food and rest, but also refreshment and pleasure. The still waters are the consolations of God, the joys of the Holy Spirit, which revive the weary soul. God leads his people not to troubled or stagnant waters, but to quiet, running streams that best suit the spirit of those who seek him. Those who feed on God’s goodness must also follow his direction, as he guides by his providence, word, and Spirit, arranging all for their good.