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Entry for October 25, 2006

Daily Reading: Psalms 21 thru 24

Key Verse: Psalm 23:1

These grouping of Psalms are prophetic. They speak of the Messiah. Psalm 21 is not commonly referred to by most theologians as prophetic, but you be the judge.

In regards to Psalms 22, 23, and 24, J. Vernon McGee says this:

Psalm 23, which is so popular, would be meaningless without Psalm 22, which leads me to say that we have a triology or triptych of psalms that belong together. They are Psalms 22, 23, and 24, and they are called the shepherd psalms. These three psalms present the following picture of our Lord: In Psalm 22 He is the Good Shepherd. The Lord Jesus Himself made the statement, "I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep" (John 10:11). In Psalm 23 He is the Great Shepherd. Notice this title in the great benediction at the conclusion of the Epistle to the Hebrews: "Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen" (Heb. 13:20-21). Psalm 23 reveals Him as the Great Shepherd. Next, we see Him in Psalm 24 as the Chief Shepherd. "And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away" (1 Peter5:4).

To put is succinctly, in Psalm 22 we see the cross, in Psalm 23 the crook (the Shepherd's crook), and in Psalm 24 the crown (the King's crown). In Psalm 22 Christ is the Savior; in Psalm 23 He is the Satisfier; in Psalm 24 He is the Sovereign. In Psalm 22 He is the foundation; in Psalm 23 He is the manifestation; in Psalm 24 He is the expectation. In Psalm 22 He dies; in Psalm 23 He is living; in Psalm 24 He is coming. Psalm 22 speaks of the past; Psalm 23 speaks of the present; and Psalm 24 speaks of the future. In Psalm 22 He gives His life for the sheep; in Psalm 23 He gives His love to the sheep; in Psalm 24 He gives us light when He shall appear. What a wonderful picture we have of Christ in these three psalms! J.Vernon McGee

Today, take a moment just to meditate on these Psalms and reflect on the Good Shepherd, the Great Shepherd and the Chief Shepherd.

2006-10-25 14:00:46 GMT

Comments (2 total)

Author:Anonymous

I think these groupings of Psalms beautifully demonstrate the comforting nature of God. Here he shows us that He has it all in control. He let Israel know beforehand that He was sending a Savior. He demonstrates to us that Jesus was part of His plan for the world. But, He also tells us who Jesus is. Psalm 23 is such a comfort to me in the midst of a season of transformation. We have gone through a process of stripping away of financial security, worldly thinking and spiritual error. In the process of stripping, we are being renewed day-by-day with God's perfect plan. I can walk through Psalm 23 with David and see the Great Shepherd's hand in the midst of the season. Therefore, the Lord is my Shepherd and I shall not want.
--Aundrea Baker
<mailto:abaker@thewaybiblefellowship.org>

2006-10-25 14:30:02 GMT

Author:Anonymous

I must admit that I may have read this grouping of psalms before, especially 23, but I never put it together in this context. It really is a prophetic revelation of Christ's death, life, and second coming. One of the most intriguing chapters, in my opinion, is 24 when it talks about the "King of Glory". This is such a strong representation of Christ that puts me in the mindset of seeing Him gain victory over Satan and all of our enemies and coming to reign as King over everything! What a beautiful vision.
--Stephanie

2006-10-26 03:10:05 GMT

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		Entry for October 25, 2006 Daily Reading: Psalms 21 thru 24 Key Verse: Psalm 23:1 These grouping of Psalms are prophetic. They speak of the Messiah. Psalm 21 is not commonly referred to by most theologians as prophetic, but you be the judge. In regards to Psalms 22, 23, and 24, J. Vernon McGee says this: Psalm 23, which is so popular, would be meaningless without Psalm 22, which leads me to say that we have a triology or triptych of psalms that belong together. They are Psalms 22, 23, and 24, and they are called the shepherd psalms. These three psalms present the following picture of our Lord: In Psalm 22 He is the Good Shepherd. The Lord Jesus Himself made the statement, "I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep" (John 10:11). In Psalm 23 He is the Great Shepherd. Notice this title in the great benediction at the conclusion of the Epistle to the Hebrews: "Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen" (Heb. 13:20-21). Psalm 23 reveals Him as the Great Shepherd. Next, we see Him in Psalm 24 as the Chief Shepherd. "And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away" (1 Peter5:4). To put is succinctly, in Psalm 22 we see the cross, in Psalm 23 the crook (the Shepherd's crook), and in Psalm 24 the crown (the King's crown). In Psalm 22 Christ is the Savior; in Psalm 23 He is the Satisfier; in Psalm 24 He is the Sovereign. In Psalm 22 He is the foundation; in Psalm 23 He is the manifestation; in Psalm 24 He is the expectation. In Psalm 22 He dies; in Psalm 23 He is living; in Psalm 24 He is coming. Psalm 22 speaks of the past; Psalm 23 speaks of the present; and Psalm 24 speaks of the future. In Psalm 22 He gives His life for the sheep; in Psalm 23 He gives His love to the sheep; in Psalm 24 He gives us light when He shall appear. What a wonderful picture we have of Christ in these three psalms! J.Vernon McGee Today, take a moment just to meditate on these Psalms and reflect on the Good Shepherd, the Great Shepherd and the Chief Shepherd. 2006-10-25 14:00:46 GMT Comments (2 total) Author:Anonymous I think these groupings of Psalms beautifully demonstrate the comforting nature of God. Here he shows us that He has it all in control. He let Israel know beforehand that He was sending a Savior. He demonstrates to us that Jesus was part of His plan for the world. But, He also tells us who Jesus is. Psalm 23 is such a comfort to me in the midst of a season of transformation. We have gone through a process of stripping away of financial security, worldly thinking and spiritual error. In the process of stripping, we are being renewed day-by-day with God's perfect plan. I can walk through Psalm 23 with David and see the Great Shepherd's hand in the midst of the season. Therefore, the Lord is my Shepherd and I shall not want. --Aundrea Baker <mailto:abaker@thewaybiblefellowship.org> 2006-10-25 14:30:02 GMT Author:Anonymous I must admit that I may have read this grouping of psalms before, especially 23, but I never put it together in this context. It really is a prophetic revelation of Christ's death, life, and second coming. One of the most intriguing chapters, in my opinion, is 24 when it talks about the "King of Glory". This is such a strong representation of Christ that puts me in the mindset of seeing Him gain victory over Satan and all of our enemies and coming to reign as King over everything! What a beautiful vision. --Stephanie 2006-10-26 03:10:05 GMT Site Home