Think about a shepherd for a moment. What are some of the tasks that a shepherd undertakes?
A shepherd obviously tends to sheep that are unable to take care of themselves. In times of stress, shepherds calm the fears of sheep. They also resolve conflicts and friction amongst the flock, so the group can continue moving forward in a positive direction.
Shepherds anoint the heads of sheep with oil to rid them of parasites and make the sheep lie down in pastures to rest. With rest comes refreshment and restoration, and a continuation down the right path to their destination.
This does not prevent problems from arising. Predatory enemies lurk wherever sheep travel. When this happens, the shepherd walks with the sheep and will not remain in problematic locations.
Does this sound familiar?
Replace the title of shepherd with God, and we are the sheep. All that shepherds do for sheep, God does for us!
God guides us and makes our lives bearable in difficult times, but He walks with us at ALL times. He may not remove enemies, but will show up in front of them!
When God guides us to walk down a righteous path, we will live fruitful lives that bring glory to God!
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