The shepherd takes care of our wants (that is of all the things we lack) and the rest of the psalm tells us what these things are!! Psalm 23:1-2 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. By following the Jesus, the Good Shepherd. . He knows the way. Not only did Jesus Christ come as the Lamb of God, to die for those who would be His sheep. On at least one more occasion, Abraham and Sarah lied again. Isaiah 53:6 says: All we like sheep have gone astray; We have turned, every one, to his own way; And the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all. Scripture: Psalm 23. The promise of God's provision, sins forgiven, a constant companion and a home in heaven only applies to those who know Him. The Shepherd fed David in peaceful green pastures. Psalm 23 says: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. In heaven we will be totally surrounded by Gods presence, c.) God will allows us to share in His eternal victory, a.) It was a difficult sermon and a hard loss. When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; The LORD will keep you from all harm-- he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. Twenty years ago, I could have used the name of Joshua in passing, but not so today. Sometimes it takes all we have just to take the next step. And with Brandy, family didnt stop with blood. In this Psalm David, who is himself a shepherd, describes the LORD as his own personal shepherd. We trust in the good shepherd. Even when we dont see it the light accompanies us through the valley. And the shadow cannot overcome or extinguish it. This sermon may be particularly helpful when conducting a funeral of someone the minister did not personally know. And you wont be surprised when I tell you this. And please dont hear what I have just said as an answer or explanation. This will continue forever and ever. Credit will be given to the author of the sermon. He makes me lie down in green pastures. 3 Tests Of Plagiarism: Do Your Sermons Pass Them. That which is born of the flesh may die; that which is born of the Spirit will live forever. Its a way forward. Ps 23:3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His names sake. God had given them a son, when they were as good as dead. That does not mean we are without hope. So help our spirits to find peace and comfort in Your eternal strength. God raised Him from the dead. 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. Now, there was the danger that Sarah would become the wife of an Egyptian, and bear him children. Have you come to grips with the reality of death as God's penalty for sin? Its a matrix in which God and everything and everyone are connected. Americans especially hated Germans with a deeply racist attitude. Thank you for sharing it. It is already a present reality. Only those who know the Good Shepherd will enjoy the benefits of this Psalm. May the Good Shepherd provide for all your needs. My heart hurts for this family, I know too well their hurt. a closer walk psalm 23 philippians 4:13 july 15, 2018 . I love the imagery you created with light and shadow. 1013. It is in moments like this that I have no answers, explanations, or understanding for myself or for you. The basis of David's faith is expressed in Psalm 23. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, Psalm 23:4: Deep Shades: A. S. Brooke. "He maketh me to lie down in green pastures.". Marsh just what I need to read tonight. God is bigger than any problem we will ever face in life. Jesus also said that he was a shepherdthe Good Shepherd. 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. His fear was replaced by faith. /Prev 108275 (a) It tells of the crucifixion of the Messiah. Funeral Messages for Believers. I hope it speaks for you in this time of remembering. Death should cause us to mourn. Denomination: The famous historical events from WW I are being omitted. But a guide can get you through because he knows the way so well. For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage. Matthew 2:2. The pastor should take time to talk with the family of the deceased before the funeral and learn something about him/her. We are not surely exactly what we want, just that we are unsatisfied with what we have. There are many images in this psalm which hold particular meaning. From the Lectionary for Mass, no. You are the author and perfector of life; You are our hope in times of trial and our peace in times of distress. c.) God will allows us to share in His eternal victory. When John saw Jesus, he cried out. Its trustworthy. Post Reply 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). For this slight momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, because we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen; for the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal. To honestly and earnestly say that there are those without homes in our community, and what they need is significant assistance of housing, food, guidance in budgeting and job skills, encouragement, and support, so they can live a full life in their own space and place. Have you believed in the Good Shepherd? How often are you and I in that place? /S 429 The final verses indicate God's foresight for those who believe in and abide by him. He hasnt left you to figure this out or find your way on your on. Now as we mourn the loss of our departed sister in Christ; we know that our loss is heavens gain. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. My joy and delight is to share with you how you can exchange the fear of death for the faith of David. /Filter /FlateDecode Bob Ingle. You must know and love the sheep. And neither do you. The staff with its large crook at the end serves to support the sheeps body when it crosses a dangerous chasm. FIRST-PERSON: Funeral service's 23rd Psalm recitation underscores today's biblical illiteracy. Rev. Almost every time without exception, when I sit down with a family to plan a funeral service, they talk about the 23rd Psalm. Do we know those we live with well enough to know when they are struggling, before they have admitted to themselves? The value of the words and their expression at the end of life is well established. Our lives are always being shepherded. In the Old Testament, the sins of Israel were temporarily atoned for by the sacrifice of a lamb. Has your soul been restored? In fact, 32 separate times through the Bible, we hear about God or Jesus as the good shepherd. Only the shepherd can restore our souls from the ravages of sin. Mary Anne, thank you so very much for your kind and encouraging words. He does not send us through the dark valley with a cheery promise to meet us again on the other side. What also works for me is the reminder each day that the Lord IS my shepherd as I make my way down the path. Not how it was 30 years ago, but right now and right now. We were only two weeks into our time in Zambia when I attended my first funeral, that of a young child of a young family who would become our friends. Let's be honest, the valley of the shadow of death is a place we're all a little squeamish about. God is our host He guides us through our eternal life. Through Christ we pray. The light is always shining behind the shadow, and the shadow will never overcome it. And I listened to Ashleys stories about how it happened time and again in his life. 8"2UF@'x.s!3@9]8|,Uv QYtLM'FL 6EG:81#. Let me be clear about this. A second image in the Twenty-third Psalm to which I would call your attention is this: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies. John Piper Apr 11, 2018 Talk to you shepherd. For a long time they failed to bring peace. It brings comfort and encouragement to all who read it. Funeral Sermon: WELCOME. David did not fear. When the beggar approached and asked if the man could spare a few shillings, the businessman realized he had found his long lost son, crying " A few shillings? I baptized her in 1989 and was her pastor for 29 years. It would be dishonest of me if I didnt tell you this but it is in moments like that that I question everything I think and believe about our Creator. However, that seemed to me to be off kilter somehow. He was fighting on a stretch of land for days on end. They told him, In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: Fifth, David's faith rested in the fact that God was present with him, in life, in death, and throughout all eternity. 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. That sounds light-years away, but in fact it Because they had shared food together. Let the shepherd guide you there and grieve in the meantime. John Piper Jan 10, 1988. It describes, in poetic terms, the peace and confidence which David has, in the face of adversity and opposition from his enemies, and even death. 2023 West Grove United Methodist Church. Scriptures: I dont want to accept that reality. Into an unbroken calm; and find it - glory? While we may see this as a natural part of life, this was not how God designed this life to be. Next, David had to run for his own life, (1 Samuel 23:1-29).When God guided David to the throne he actually walked him through the valley of the shadow of death, (as a shepherd leads his flock to green pastures over the valley of death) and God's hand of deliverance was over him even in the valley of death. Through Gods grace, in Christ, we will be reunited with her in heaven, Prayer for the family, church and community. It would be so wonderful if God would simply promise to us that we would never go through difficult times. God is not a distant God who winds up the universe and lets it go. Funeral Sermon for Irma Emilie Stenzel - Mount Olive Lutheran Church / Pr. From where is my help to come? (Psalm 121) are no longer the psalmists words. Yes amen and amen, one foot in front of the other. Friday: They told him, In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet. Matthew 2:5. What is the one thing necessary for a shadow to exist? One of the first things that drew me to Judys reflections about sheep, sheepdog, and shepherd, was what I didnt hear. Heaven is the completion of Gods grace for us, 1.) He leads me beside still waters. My privilege on this occasion, is to share with you how you can grieve with hope. After a number of years, God put Abraham's faith to its greatest test. A few hours before entering the Homeland, D. L. Moody caught a glimpse of the glory awaiting him. Psalm 23 is often quoted, recited . People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? The veteran said after that, it was hard to go back to fighting the next day. God spares nothing to care for me. This was Abraham's faith, and thus it overcome his fear of death. Jesus himself experienced great sorrow at the loss of someone who was close to him. To comfort: Florence leaves a vacancy that no one can replace, a gap in our lives. Read Psalm 23. Help them understand how you want them to respond to the gospel. The fighting stopped, and all was quiet. Exchanging the fear of death for faith in Jesus Christ is a personal decision. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, [NEW YEAR] 4-Week Series to kick off 2023, [PRODUCTIVITY] Fulfill your full potential, [FOUNDATIONS] Getting back to what matters most. Never mind the names, the man interrupted, Just give me the numbers. John 10:11 says: I am the good shepherd. are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; This passage puts Psalm 23 into perspective. %%EOF endobj But Herod was startled, because he had not studied Gods word. We must believe that He died for our sins and that He rose again to give us new life. Its given me new insight into John 1.v.5. The psalm begins, ''The Lord is my shepherd'' (v. 1). It is with this faith that we can grieve today, but we will grieve with hope, if the Lord is our Shepherd, because He became the Lamb of God in our place. 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. Sometimes they tell the story about memorizing it as a child in Sunday School. The light has been with us from the beginning. Psalm 23 is read at funerals and memorial services because the content is comforting to many Christians, Jewish people, and religious individuals. In the next few moments, I want to offer to you the hope which David experienced, and which he expressed in Psalm 23. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.". You won't be afraid if you know the Shepherd because He'll take you home. At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now. Its a cruel hoax. Then I spoke with Z., Ashleys wife, and my denials gave way to silence and tears. However He can only do this after He restores our soul. Whether or not you want to hear Psalm 23, we all need the truth of Psalm 23 because Psalm 23 is about Jesus, and he's the one we want to see. Apr 11, 2018. /ID [<11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c><11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c>] 0 "Even though I walk through the darkest valley," or as most of us memorized it, "the valley of the shadow of death.". Man's fear of death is well-rounded. // For you, me, Ruth. Click here for more messages from the Psalm 23 Series. Ps. /Root 44 0 R for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Neither of those are optional. I shall have gone higher, that is all out of this old clay tent into a house that is immortal, a body that sin cannot touch, that sin cannot taint, a body fashioned into His glorious body. 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. No one wants to. 0000018544 00000 n I know. I shall not want is a prayer and declaration about the future. Not only did she have her family, she had the Holy Spirit of God at her side, like a shepherd who kept close watch on her. Prayerfully ask God to show you prophets to whom you should listen. The end of our journey through life on earth is to be with God forever. [email protected]. The Lord Jesus Christ then died for our sins, and suffered the penalty, our penalty, of death. Now, if he must put this son to death, God would raise him. Psalm 23 is a highly personal Psalm for David. On this first anniversary of my fathers death, it is especially comforting to me. Dont forget the jokes, or the way she would make you feel when she was around you. I am so sorry about your fathers death. thirty something years ago, early in my first pastorate, i preached a sermon entitled: "why we do funerals backwards." my contention then, as now, is that the traditional american funeral should be reversed. The Lord is my shepherd: This psalm starts right at the core of things, naming who God is, and who we are. Even when she did not know what she wanted. I Know the Psalm, But He Knows The Shepherd. Knowing that his wife was beautiful, and fearing that the Egyptians would kill him, in order to marry his wife, Abraham instructed Sarah to lie, and to represent herself as his sister, not his wife. God protected Sarah, and spoke to Pharaoh, who was about to make her his wife. They were old, and over a period of time child-bearing became a human impossibility. . Ive seen it happen in the lives of others. 0000003632 00000 n I know that I preach as much or more to myself as to anyone else. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever. But all of this was because David knew the Lord. 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. The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. One foot in front of the other. The restoration He gives is forgiveness of sin and peace with God. He was at peace because he knew the Good Shepherd would lead him home. There are two images that the Psalmist paints for us. The text which I have just read from the Book of Hebrews expands on David's words in Psalm 23, explaining how David's faith in God can free him from the fear of death. Our Comfort is in Christ. We who work with God, also need to know one another. If not, will you ask Christ to be your Shepherd today? To get sheep to rest, they must be free from fear and sickness, there must be no worry among them, they must not be aggravated by the weather conditions, and they can't be hungry. Today we walk through the valley of the shadow of death (Psalm 23). Hear us today, Father, and grant these requests of Your people. In Psalm 23, David is saying, "The Lord is to me what I've been to my sheep. Scripture: Psalm 25:8-9. That doesnt help anyone. It is, rather, proof that the light is also here. A shepherd who knows this sheep will lead and this sheep will always need more attention. 3 He restores my soul. a.) I was overcome with grief, disappointment, and anger that death had taken a husband, a father, a brother, another son, and my friend. As I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for YOUR rod and YOUR staff comfort me. Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me. They tell stories about its comfort and familiarity. 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. Fear can be a powerful, debilitating, paralyzing influence in our lives. Learn how your comment data is processed. And Jesus wanted to just spend some time alone, praying and thinking. Isaiah spoke of it as the Sprit of the Lord God bringing good news, binding up the brokenhearted, and comforting those who mourn (Isaiah 61:1-3). I am completely satisfied with Gods providence and care of my life. /N 12 0000002116 00000 n Why do we need the Shepherd to restore our soul? This is a Psalm of David and David was a shepherd. ! There are places in Scripture that are powerful, so deep, that to recite them is to experience them. 2. They are mine. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. He goes with us every step of the way. Unlike the business man's son David knew He belonged to the Lord. Psalm 23 is one of those places. I know you do Kay. David killed lions and bears with his own hands. We have come to celebrate and remember the life of. Only He can make us right with God again. 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. 76 0 obj The Christian can be thankful for the failures of those whose lives have touched their own because of the assurance that "God causes all things to work together for good, to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28). Jesus, my shepherd, and the sheepdogs who care for me on Jesus team will lead me towards all I want. 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. Message. Absolutely amazing Fr. + Funeral Homilies Shepherds know the needs of their sheep. 3) DEATH IS A DEFEATED FOE (PSALM 23:4) a) There can be no valley without mountains. Our new Preaching Suite solution makes it easy to prepare, preach and archive your sermons. You feel like you cant see a foot in front of your face. He understood the special relationship and care a shepherd has with the sheep. The shadow is dark and the valley is long and deep. 0000018083 00000 n For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.. Amen. Amen. To breathe new air, and find it - celestial; To feel invigorated, and find it - immortality; To rise from the care, the loneliness, and the turmoil of earth. trailer I am increasingly careful about the terms I use in preaching. The Sawi then realized that this was what God had done for them. In Christ, even in our want, we want for nothing. 0000017864 00000 n They are among the most comforting, often being quoted in times of trouble or distress, and almost always being read when we gather in our Sanctuary for a funeral. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? 0000002861 00000 n 3 You turn people back to dust, saying, "Return to dust, you mortals.". Wednesday: When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him. Matthew 2:3. by the Rev. 2009-2023 Michael K. Marsh and Interrupting The Silence, All Rights Reserved. 0000003308 00000 n This sin no matter how hard we try cannot be removed by any good we might do. Spend time in the Bible today, so you know Gods will and way. Thank you for adding so much to the meaning of it all. I want whatever it is that you will not give me. He restores my soul. Psalm 23 Funeral sermon: A Letter to the Deceased (Molin) I knew there would be many voices heard today, sharing stories and memories; laughter and tears with you who knew and loved Steve. As one scholar said, "The psalm itself is green pasture; the psalm itself is still water; the psalm itself restores my soul." Hear it again in the joyous voice of a . ii) Psalm 23 is in between two "mountain" Psalms. And the darker the shadow, the brighter the light. Prophets have foretold the way of Jesus. The chef's knife is the essential tool for cooks. In recent days, Suzie could certainly have talked about how she had been through such a valley of the shadow of death. But she was never alone. Even though I walk through the . They are your questions too. We want hope. /Linearized 1 my mother's funeral sermon - one year later. He restores my soul. 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. c. = Confess that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior. In fact, it is a favorite funeral service text. /Type /Catalog Beautiful, as your preaching usually is. Ask God to show you where you can walk to know abundant life. He said he had glimpsed a time in the future when all of them would be together in heaven, and all their earthly conflicts would disappear. Ted Giese / March 8th 2014 / Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. The writer to the Hebrews gives us two vitally important truths, which explain the faith of David in Psalm 23. Try, For To Us A Child Is Born With Scripture. The Psalms are filled with affirmations of God's love for us: Psalm 13:5, 31:7, 86:5, 136 - 25 times. The prophet Micah tell us of Jesus as the shepherd king from Bethlehem. The prophet Micah tell us of Jesus as the shepherd . 2. 0000001654 00000 n He had lost his kingdom; his family; his home; and his peace. Jesus Christ conquered sin, hell and the grave. are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night. b.) The more Ashley spoke about the matrix, the faster he talked and the more excited he got until he just started bouncing, and his arms flapping about. 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. 0000017003 00000 n Thank you Jerry. 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. That light is always there. 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 May this hope be yours in this hour of grief. He did it by dying on a cross and raising from the dead. If you know the shepherd, renewal will come but dont rush to try and find it. Don Richardson recalls his life amongst the Sawi people of Irian Jaya in a book called The Peace Child. He did not fear what his enemies would do to him. We lift up the Tebbe Family and friends to You today and ask that Your peace, mercy and strength might rest with them during this time of sorrow and loss. The Christian can do even more than this. God knows our limits. If its ok for Jesus to grieve for the loss of those closest to him, it is ok for you to do the same. In other words, God provides a place of rest for us. I will close by returning to Psalm 90, You return mankind to the dust, saying, "Return, descendants of Adam." - Psalm 90:3. When Pharaoh rebuked Abraham, and asked why he would deceive him about his wife, Abraham admitted that he feared death. Instead, the desire of sheep to be led comes through. The putter is the essential club for golfers. The first image is that of a shepherd and his sheep. 0000004086 00000 n John Piper Sep 8, 1980. /Lang (en-US) David knew that he had received God's lavish care all his life. What is that hope? However, I have come to believe that Psalm 23 has little to do with funerals, instead, it has everything to do with life and familiarity. There is another passage, not nearly as familiar, which informs us that David's sense of peace and security is not natural, but supernatural. Thank you Fr. However, I feel that most people miss out on some of the deepest and richest truths that it has to share. Psalm 23:1-3, 4, 5, 6. This is not my doing. Its ok to miss her. Even though I walk through the valley . He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Her observations gave me pause to think more deeply of a passage I knew well. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 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