The Presence of the Shepherd - Sermon

Kowloon International Baptist Church - Dr. James "Butch" Tanner's sermon titled "The Presence of the Shepherd" Psalm 23:5-6 (1-6) delivered on 28 April 2024. Please visit us at: www.hkkibc.org
Sermon Notes:
Psalm 23:5-6 (1-6)
1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. 3 He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You have anointed my head with oil; My cup overflows. 6 Surely goodness and lovingkindness will follow me all the days of my life, And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
The Shepherd never leaves His sheep. He is always there protecting, providing, and personally present. The Good Shepherd is never distracted. He is never unavailable to personally look after our needs. Right now, God is frustrating the enemy, caring for our needs, and leading us to our final destination. Wherever we are, He is there. He is an ever-present God.
1. God prepares the table.
Psalm 78:19, Exodus 16:31, Joshua 5:12
2. God appoints our purpose.
Exodus 29:7, 1 Samuel 16:13, 2 Timothy 1:9, 1 Peter 2:21
3. God endlessly pours into us.
Psalm 16:5, Ephesians 5:18, John 10:10b, 16:33, 17:13
4. God pursues us.
Matthew 7:11, Psalm 25:10, Lamentations 3:22-23
5. God provides a forever home.
John 14:2-3, Psalm 27:4-6