“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Psalm 23:1

O Lord, shepherd of our souls, because we have faith in you, we are given strength, peace and calm amid strife, restoration from sin and divine leadership in righteous paths.

In the valley overshadowed by death you are with us to protect, secure, encourage and give eternal hope. Our cup truly is filled to overflowing as we count your bountiful blessings bestowed on our lives through your amazing grace. We know that each day is filled with hope and purpose under the guardian care of our shepherd.

Prevent us from yielding to the tendency that is so strong within us to go astray. Grant us courage to live this day as though it were our last. Help this person who seeks you now to know that Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd, gave his life for the sheep and through His death we have life through personal faith in Him.

Amen.