The Lord is my shepherd; I have what I need. He lets me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside quiet waters.He renews my life; he leads me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even when I go through the darkest valley, I fear no danger, for you are with me; your rod and your staff — they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Only goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord as long as I live. —Psalm 23

Examining the Text
- Read through the passage in two different translations.
- As you heard the Scripture, what stood out to you?
- Are there any questions that you have about the text to discuss?
- Are there other portions of Scripture this passages brings to mind?

Sermon Review and Application
- How does it impact you to you think about your relationship with God before birth?
- Do you look to God and trust God as the shepherd of your life? In what ways are their invitations to live more into this?
- What arises in you considering God presence with you at the moment of your death?
- How does this impact your living?
- Is it easy to see God as a friend? Why or why not? Does this sound desirable to you?
- How do you see God’s goodness and love pursuing you?
- How does praying, “You are with me,” help you in your walk with God?