Psalm 23…“He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake.” vss. 2-3
While some folks love being a leader, there is probably even greater delight in having a leader! The psalmist made no bones about it. The Lord was his shepherd and he didn’t have a care in the world. His leader took care of all his material and spiritual needs, from food and water to the restoration of his soul. That’s how it is for people of faith. Like sight-seers on a tour of a foreign country, we ride on our bus in confidence as our guide shows the way. We have few decisions to make. All we have to do is get up in the morning, get on the bus, and go!
Admittedly, following the Lord is a bit more complicated, but if the level of our trust is high, it can be a wonderful, stress-free journey. And the best part of the trip is that we are led on the paths of righteousness. As followers of the Good Shepherd we are led to strive for peace and justice in our communities, and practice love and compassion among those who join us on the way. We will reach out to the “least of these” and offer consolation to those who mourn.
While it can be an aggravation to be a leader, the blessings of following Jesus are life-fulfilling!
Thought for the Day: What is the best thing about being a follower?
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