It is in moments like this that I have no answers, explanations, or understanding for myself or for you. In the still, comforting waters of Holy Baptism, our Good Shepherd, the prince of Peace, who laid down His life for ours, provides rest, safety, and health. God's provisions are certainly available, but only if the Lord is your shepherd. It is all those things and more. Even when she did not know what she wanted. Intro. /E 36556 Ask God to show you where you can walk to know abundant life. That light does not undo what has happened or magically make everything better. David tells us that goodness follows us all the days of our lives. This is the reason why Jesus came to earth. a.) Phillip Keller, author of Lessons from a Sheepdog, writes More than anything else in the world, he wants me to be His companion, His co-worker, His friend in helping tend His flock.1 In effect then, we are called to help the Good Shepherd. I am sorry for that. The needs of sheep to depend on one who can see beyond them in time and space. Bob Ingle. That does not mean, however, that you and I are without hope. And you wont be surprised when I tell you this. Wednesday: When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him. Matthew 2:3. The putter is the essential club for golfers. He couldnt physically contain the joy, life, and vitality of the matrix within him. Not only did Jesus Christ come as the Lamb of God, to die for those who would be His sheep. We are here this evening for the joyful funeral of Mrs. Eloise Roop. And the darker the shadow, the brighter the light. Pittendreigh@aol.com. Psalm 23 is not the only passage in the Bible that compares the Lord to a shepherd. My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. 0000002861 00000 n Thou dost prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; (2) The Lamb of God died for us, and triumphed over death by His resurrection. The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. He has journeyed the pathway many times before. Even when I go through the darkest valley. You did create that! The Lord's my Shepherd - Psalm 23. God gives us a place of prominence. The light is always shining behind the shadow, and the shadow will never overcome it. His fear was replaced by faith. The Lord protects, guides, and supports us. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? BUT TODAY I WANT YOU TO UNDERSTAND THAT IT'S MESSAGE IS NOT FOR DEAD PEOPLE OR PEOPLE WHO LOST THEIR LOVED Prophets have foretold the way of Jesus. Every person is special and unique and by visiting with the family you can learn something about the birth, work, background, character, age, or family of You spread a table before me in the presence of those who trouble me; you have anointed my head with oil, and my cup is running over. So help our spirits to find peace and comfort in Your eternal strength. In heaven we will be totally surrounded by God's presence. Because they had shared food together. Where do you need to study Gods word, so you are better prepared for Gods will? In his epistle to the Thessalonians, Paul described these two contrasting responses to death in these words: But we do not want you to be uninformed, brethren, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve, as do the rest who have no hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13). No one wants to. We can persevere as long as we can see light at the end of the tunnel. He leads me beside still waters. What also works for me is the reminder each day that "the Lord IS my shepherd" as I make my way down the path. Yes we are here to mourn but we are also here to celebrate the life of Brandy Burt. 0000016588 00000 n If you travel through the mountains passes of Tibet you need a guide. INTRODUCTION: We are in the middle of a three week series on this Psalm, and we are looking at what it means to have the Lord as your shepherd. >> startxref Fourth, David's fear of death was gone because he was assured of God's presence. Psalm 121: A Funeral Sermon Ministry Today 42: March 2008 By Paul Beasley-Murray Chair of Ministry Today and Senior Minister of Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford I cant remember when Alan and Alison first began to attend our church - it must have been toward the end of the last millennium. . A. We must let Jesus do it for us. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art . Through Christ we pray. We have many wants, but the psalmist points us to the reality that all that we may want in life is found and satisfied in the Shepherd. David could rejoice because the Lord, his Shepherd, was with Him. Psalm 23. Psalm 23 - The Lord is My Shepherd. The Lord is our shepherd, the one who shepherds us, who leads us, who guides us. Fifth, David's faith rested in the fact that God was present with him, in life, in death, and throughout all eternity. Will you take the Shepherds hand and let him lead you through this valley of darkness so that you can say at the end of the psalm-, Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me, "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever." or: R/. As I give thanks to God for this last week in which we hosted Family Promise, including one of the first children born into the program (born on Maundy Thursday), this is one way in which knowing our community, loving the people, and shepherding have served well those in need. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies. That was an outstanding funeral sermon, and ( I guess) an exceptionally demanding one for you to preach. The prophet Micah tell us of Jesus as the shepherd . Fear can be a powerful, debilitating, paralyzing influence in our lives. It is like trying to spray perfume on a bag of trash and expecting it to remove the smell. Let me make a few comments about the hope which God offers to all those who face death, a hope which exchanges fear for faith. If we are serving alongside God as sheepdog, do we know andlove the sheep? 0000017411 00000 n Paul expects Christians to view death differently than the rest. Introduction. Does this mean that everyone will be saved by Christ's death? The valley of the shadow is all about you. You see, Jesus was grieving. 3 Tests Of Plagiarism: Do Your Sermons Pass Them. Others understand it as the power of resurrection. I know that I preach as much or more to myself as to anyone else. The Psalms are filled with affirmations of God's love for us: Psalm 13:5, 31:7, 86:5, 136 - 25 times. 43 34 Try. Verse 1 - "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want" - is really the theme of . Heaven is our living hope, even in death, 2.) That light is always there. The promise of God's provision, sins forgiven, a constant companion and a home in heaven only applies to those who know Him. You won't be afraid if you know the Shepherd because He'll take you home. Only He can make us right with God again. Perhaps you know the 23rd Psalm well like the entertainer, but do you know the Shepherd? Amen. This is part of what led faith leaders in our area to discern a need for Family Promise. Almost every time without exception, when I sit down with a family to plan a funeral service, they talk about the 23rd Psalm. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me ( Ps. Thank you for adding so much to the meaning of it all. >> xref To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. In the Revelation to John it is that one seated on the throne saying, See, I am making all things new (Revelation 21:2-7). a.) For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. These two tribes were continually fighting. This is the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, thanks be to God, Amen. Third, David's faith replaced his fear of his enemies, and even of death. 0000003787 00000 n Whether it is Psalm 23, John 14, the last verse of Psalm 17, or a thousand other Bible passages, God's Word is powerful and will do its work. This sermon has inspired me greatly as I am using portions of it to prepare a sermon/eulogy for my fallen first cousin. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. And Jesus wanted to just spend some time alone, praying and thinking. Cancel. Yes amen and amen, one foot in front of the other. He did not fear what his enemies would do to him. 15 Outstanding Quotes To Recharge Your Preaching. Dont you believe a word of it. In fact, she would sometimes get so wound when her parents would not give her what she wanted, she would no longer say I want my cookie. It is not. - Psalms 23:6. It is among the most familiar, so much so that even people who are not religious or very knowledgable about Scripture recognize these words. Audio Pre-Recorded: Funeral was held at Lee Funeral Home in Regina Saskatchewan. However, that seemed to me to be off kilter somehow. And so he is looking for comfort. She treated many as if they were family. Others can truly identify with David, and the peace and security which he knew and cherished. Have you personally received Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God and as your Good Shepherd? Late in the morning, the German officers raised a white flag and moved toward the British lines and under a flag of truce, conferred with the British officers. The veteran said after that, it was hard to go back to fighting the next day. Are we loving and knowing our community? 0000017595 00000 n 0000019083 00000 n 2. The Sawi then realized that this was what God had done for them. For all of us gathered here today, the kindness and goodness of Mrs. Smith is the source of both our present grief, for we shall now be deprived of the benefit of her life. For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage. Matthew 2:2. Even when we dont see it the light accompanies us through the valley. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. You feel like you cant see a foot in front of your face. . As I was thinking about Joyce's life, her faith, and a Scripture to read, a passage came to my mind that Joyce read many, many times. What is that hope? The psalmist sees God in control of his life. The psalm begins with a strong personal affirmation of faith, 'The Lord's my shepherd' and everything else follows from that! If you had died last Monday morning would the Good Shepherd have lead you home? /ID [<11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c><11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c>] Awakening from a sleep, he said, Earth recedes, Heaven opens before me. 1 Peter 2:25: For you were like sheep going astray, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. Since the themes of eternal rest, peace, and comfort are so dominant throughout the six short verses, the poem provides hope and encouragement to those left behind. At the beginning of the service, a very familiar passage was read--Psalm 23. God is there to comfort us and sustain us. << If you are coming for the first-time . You have simply awoken to what has always been here, what has aways been within you. The matrix Ashley experienced is the light behind the shadow. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. Because of this, Joseph could not only forgive his brothers for selling him into slavery, he could recognize the good hand of God in this cruel act, providing him with the opportunity to return good for evil, and to spare the lives of his own family, even though they had not spared his (see Genesis 37-45; 50:20). Theres been a mistake. Jesus offers salvation to the all but many won't believe Him. Our new Preaching Suite solution makes it easy to prepare, preach and archive your sermons. If its ok for Jesus to grieve for the loss of those closest to him, it is ok for you to do the same. Scripture: Psalm 23. are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; I visited John during his last days and can testify that he had this assurance. You are the author and perfector of life; You are our hope in times of trial and our peace in times of distress. All shall be well. Its ok to miss her. He restores my soul. Its a cruel hoax. Then I spoke with Z., Ashleys wife, and my denials gave way to silence and tears. Thats because when God created this world, He created us to be with him. Now, if he must put this son to death, God would raise him. It brings comfort and encouragement to all who read it. Spend time in the Bible today, so you know Gods will and way. // For you, me, Ruth. i) Psalm 23:4 (1) David talks about a valley. Fix your eyes on Jesus, your Good Shepherd. 3) DEATH IS A DEFEATED FOE (PSALM 23:4) a) There can be no valley without mountains. Kelvin, yes, it was a difficult sermon. Its a way forward. In fact, 32 separate times through the Bible, we hear about God or Jesus as the good shepherd. David did not fear. You and I are known by God intimately as a shepherd knows each sheep. The length of the walk becomes insignificant once the discovery is made that the journey is only temporary. This is the good news of the gospel, of which the writer to the Hebrews is speaking. Click here for more messages from the book of Psalms. He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake. The table here speaks of feasting and fellowship. Do you have this hope? Even though I walk through the . Click here to return to the Sermons page.. Psalm 23:4. Furthermore, everyone who touched that child was brought into a friendly relationship with the father. Thursday: And calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. Matthew 2:4. And then he would tell me about you Z., and you M., and you O., and you R., and you A., and you too T. You all are the threads woven throughout his matrix. Try, For To Us A Child Is Born With Scripture. Its trustworthy. Ted A. Giese / Friday October 23rd 2020: Season of Pentecost / Psalm 23 'Lord Take My Hand' The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousnessfor His name's sake. On this first anniversary of my fathers death, it is especially comforting to me. While we are walking in this valley, God is still with you. No, said Mr. Moody, I am not dreaming: I have been within the gates: I have seen the childrens faces. John the Baptist was a prophet, the prophet whose privilege it was to introduce Jesus of Nazareth as God's Messiah. She was born on June 14, 1946. O Eternal God, our Father, from whom we come and to whom we go, grant us the favor of Your divine presence at this time in our earthly pilgrimage; assure us by Your Holy Spirit that the one we serve, even Jesus, has conquered death and is alive forevermore; enable us to view our temporal lives in the light of the eternal; and so may our spirits grow calm and our vision clear. Now as we mourn the loss of our departed sister in Christ; we know that our loss is heavens gain. We want hope. Death is the penalty for sin, and we are all sinners, worthy of death. It is among the most familiar, so much so that even people who are not religious or very knowledgable about Scripture recognize these words. Funeral Sermon for Elizabeth Radons / Rev. Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. Man's fear of death is well-rounded. When a famine came to the land of Canaan, Abraham took Sarah, his wife, to Egypt. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. God is calling me, and I must go. To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. One step at a time. He restores my soul. Second, David's faith rested in the fact that God was His shepherd. I do hope you and you family are well. They are your questions too. Saturday: And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel. Matthew 2:6. 0000003632 00000 n By Gene Wilder, posted October 26, 1999 in . It was a difficult sermon and a hard loss. are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night. Will you repent of your sin and believe in Him? Ted Giese / March 8th 2014 / Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. Having trouble logging into your account? Isaiah, Farmer, Funerals Christian. Marsh, he would say, Youve created a spiritual world. And neither do you. For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Psalm 23 is often quoted, recited . He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. A Hope Which Exchanges Fear for Faith ( Psalm 23) A Message of Hope ( Hebrews 2:14-15) Christ's Comfort ( John 14) Death: The Door to Eternity ( Luke 16:19-31) Freedom from the Fear of Death ( John 14:1-6 and Hebrews 2:14-15) GodA Shepherd to Israel ( Ezekiel 34) God the Protector . Message. The first image is that of a shepherd and his sheep. /Linearized 1 When we belong to God. David's word for God's tender affection is a term used in the ancient world to mean love that flows out of deep emotion rather than duty. 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.' (Verse 4) Tonight, we gather as people who have walked through the valley of the shadow of death. No it doesn't! Until that day comes when the light pierces the shadow and it will our challenge, our hope, and our way forward is to put one foot in front of the other. I will close by returning to Psalm 90, You return mankind to the dust, saying, "Return, descendants of Adam." - Psalm 90:3. Its given me new insight into John 1.v.5. When Pharaoh rebuked Abraham, and asked why he would deceive him about his wife, Abraham admitted that he feared death. We cannot remove this problem ourselves. God loves us like a Father He will protect us, b.) The value of the words and their expression at the end of life is well established. We want to feel appreciated. In baptism we are made members of the household of God already, and our destiny is made secure through faith. How often are you and I in that place? Because it is the nature of sheep to wander away from the safety of the fold. God had called Abraham from his homeland and brought him to the land of Israel, which He promised to give to him and his descendants. Today the familiarity, poetry, and beauty of the 23rd psalm have a different tone. >> Amen. And please dont hear what I have just said as an answer or explanation. Indeed, we are still walking through the valley of the shadow of death. And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. This summer my sister went with my family and I to New Hampshire. The basis of David's faith is expressed in Psalm 23. Only those who know the Good Shepherd will enjoy the benefits of this Psalm. I dont know when or where or how it will happen for you, but I promise you this, there will be moments when you catch glimpses of the light, and the day will come when the light pierces the shadow. What also works for me is the reminder each day that the Lord IS my shepherd as I make my way down the path. But all of this was because David knew the Lord. %%EOF 44 0 obj We shall not want. Moody said to a friend, someday soon you will read in the papers that D. L. Moody of Northfield is dead. What Is The Songline Of Your Life? I want. The Good Shepherd provided for all His needs. 1983. This is the faith of which David is writing, in Psalm 23. It was only a test, but Abraham did not know it. I am completely satisfied with Gods providence and care of my life. Jesus himself experienced great sorrow at the loss of someone who was close to him. 4 A thousand years in your sight. Regrettably, many of my hearers do not know the . What is it that makes the difference? Funeral from Psalm 23. It tells us that death normally produces fear, and not faith. That greater reality is what illumined his life and made him so tender hearted. No, this couldnt have happened. In fact, it is a favorite funeral service text. He is our Shepherd. /T 108286 I mentioned earlier that death was not apart of Gods plan. The writer to the Hebrews gives us two vitally important truths, which explain the faith of David in Psalm 23. To comfort: Florence leaves a vacancy that no one can replace, a gap in our lives. A "generic" message based on Psalm 23 that easily accomodates a variety of situations. Biblically, prophets shine the light on Jesus as the Good Shepherd. The walk you are experiencing today is a temporary one. Prayerfully ask God to show you prophets to whom you should listen. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me . He said he never expected to find it here in Uvalde and in Utopia. The psalm begins, ''The Lord is my shepherd'' (v. 1). But we do go through great and terrible difficulties all of the time, and God constantly warns us of these dangers and difficulties in His Holy Word. But as a preacher of the gospel, it is also my obligation to remind you that our eternal destiny is not determined by the ratio of our good deeds to our faults and failures, which the Bible more frankly calls sin. Neither of those are optional. Learn more. In Keilah, Philistines fled before him. Some call that light God or Jesus. 43 0 obj The Shepherd fed David in peaceful green pastures. One image comes from the verse, 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. Marsh for adding a new dimension to my understanding of the shadow being backed by a source of light. - Order of Christian Funerals, General Introduction, nos. 0000000017 00000 n , we are told that when Jesus heard the news about John, he got on a boat and went to head to a desolate place. The mother angrily replied, They dont have numbers, they have names!. He refreshed him with cool water from a quiet stream. 13 Psalm 23 - Lord Shepherd - Helen Abercrombie 1998 (MLM) - page 2 www.scholia.net shepherd; I shall not want. They are mine. It was conversations I began having with Judy Gambill about 2 years ago that granted me new fresh insight on Psalm 23. The message from the everyday saints to "walk the walk" of daily faith in our time, the message is clear: Psalm 23 is essential. Every one of you here today, whether you know it or not, is a part of that matrix. Your honesty and hope are perfect. for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Scripture is clear if you want to know this Savior, to know this shepherd who must turn from living life for yourself and trust in Jesus as the Good Shepherd to lead you through life. In a time of suffering, as we're trying to make sense of it . Not sure what you know about sheep but lets just say that without the shepherd there, the sheep would find themselves in desperate need of protection and provision. This is what happened a father gave his only son to the neighboring tribe and brought peace. He knows the way. The entertainer came back to continue the program. Our love has driven us to talk about our guests with compassion and a desire to serve those whose lives feel so different from those of us who are not worried about where we will sleep tonight. What must it be like to step on shore, and find it - heaven; To take hold of a hand, and find it - Gods. How can the Lord become your Shepherd? Today, remind yourself each time you worry. Credit will be given to Rev. Dont try to ignore it or pretend it didnt happen. It is glorious! Lessons from a Sheepdog. Presbyterian/Reformed. It is that eternal and everlasting life that gives us hope even in death that we might see Your Son. 0000002052 00000 n As we sit in this room, and mourn but also celebrate the life of Brandy, our soul feels dead, it feels no joy or rest. Every sermon I ever heard on Psalm 23, up played the lack of knowledge that sheep have and their utter lack of direction and life without a shepherd. He makes me lie down in green pastures. 2009-2023 Michael K. Marsh and Interrupting The Silence, All Rights Reserved. - Psalms 23:4. How can a lost sheep be restored to the fold? I am adapting this sermon to use for the funeral of a member of a troubled family. 0000018083 00000 n It becomes a solid declaration that we are those people who have been richly blessed and so can lead lives of confidence, courage, and generosity, knowing that we have, indeed, been blessed to be a blessing.2. A. Psalm 23 says: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. John 6:37-40, Psalm 23, Psalms 23:1-6, Psalms 6:1-10, Sermon Topics: The LORD watches over you--the LORD is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night. In the face of a world that spends obscene amounts of money to convince us via advertising that we have great wants and only the right clothes, toys, cars, or even vacations can fill them how radical it sounds I shall not want. In Psalm 23, David is saying, "The Lord is to me what I've been to my sheep. C. Death followed David everywhere. He had lost his kingdom; his family; his home; and his peace. Only those who believe that Jesus died for them will be saved. As we come to honor the life and memory of Mary Smith, we come also to face the reality of death. In John 10:11-13 we read, 11 "I am the good shepherd. If you know the shepherd, renewal will come but dont rush to try and find it. Before starting the program he said, I know the Psalm, but he knows the Shepherd! The word repent means that we stop going our own way and return to the Shepherd. a.) After a number of years, God put Abraham's faith to its greatest test. God spares nothing to care for me. He makes me lie down in green pastures. Psalm 23 reminds us that life has difficult moments, but ultimately, we find protection and joy. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. He makes me lie down in green pastures; A Sermon On Luke 1:46-55, Seeing With The Eye Of The Heart A Funeral Sermon on 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:9. He restores my soul. The source of this hope is to be found in the texts of both passages which you have heard today. The chef's knife is the essential tool for cooks. Thou hast anointed my head with oil; We have studied and loved as families, have had varying food needs and companionship needs. We have many wants dont we? A. Psalm 23:4: Courageous Faith: E. Erskine. Second, David's faith rested in the fact that God was His shepherd. 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