How do we face all the uncertainty, difficulties, challenges, dangers, and questions life throws at us? It is by embracing Jesus Christ as our Good Shepherd! King David knew Him as LORD, the covenant God of Israel. David got what so many of us forget. Hopefully, LifeWay's Explore the Bible study: The Good Shepherd from Psalm 23:1-6 will remind us of the goodness of the Shepherd we call Lord and Savior - Jesus Christ.

As you guide your group session this week, consider, if appropriate, encircling fellow group members who are experiencing dark valleys. Spend some extra time closing the session with prayer for anyone in the group who is experiencing especially difficult times.

Illustrations and Ideas

Story Option: The downloadable teaching plan includes a summary of an article that captures the testimony of the family who lost their 17 year old daughter in the church bus crash last week in Atlanta. It could be used to discuss the strength that only comes from knowing God as the Good Shepherd.

Music Option: The following music video of Shane and Shane's song, Psalm 23: Surely Goodness, Surely Mercy, could be used as a part of the LOOK OUT portion of the study. Click to listen.

Video Option: The following video of the song, The Lord's My Shepherd (Psalm 23) by Stuart Townend, could be used as an additional option to support the session: Click to View

Video Option: This video captures the testimony from the Story Option.