Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd and Iam his sheep
I strayed and he left ninety nine to find me
I shan't want desires, but things that I need
he's knowledgeable of in due time I receive
He maketh me lie in the pastures of green
and beside the still waters it is I who he leads 
he restoreth my soul as he shows me the way
to righteousness for his exalted names sake
though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
I will fear no evil for I am wise in my steps
thy rod and thy staff they do comfort my soul
as weapons to devour that serpent of old
you prepare a table before me in the presence of my foe
and anoint me with oil 'till my cup overloads
surely goodness and mercy shall stay with me through life 
and I'll dwell in Gods' kingdom where there is no night.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 5/6/2016 1:23:00 AM
NICE TO READ THIS POEM LONNIE
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Date: 4/24/2016 9:09:00 AM
Lonnie, nicely penned. Glad to read your poem today. Luv *LINDA*
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Date: 7/20/2010 1:36:00 PM
Enjoyed this poetry from you today and will read more, please check out my recent Criminals part 4 and remember its only a story. Have a great day.
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Date: 10/22/2009 9:42:00 PM
Very nice...Enjoyed..Marty
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Date: 10/22/2009 12:49:00 PM
May GODs many Blessings be with you. and may his Hedge of Angels be ever with you.
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Date: 10/22/2009 11:49:00 AM
Great statement of your faith. Keep writing. Sara
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