The Message Bible MSG
World English Bible WEB
1 God, my shepherd! I don't need a thing.
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<<A Psalm by David.>> Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.
2 You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from.
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He makes me to lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
3 True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction.
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He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I'm not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd's crook makes me feel secure
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Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me
5 You serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies. You revive my drooping head; my cup brims with blessing.
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You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You have anointed my head with oil. My cup runs over.
6 Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life. I'm back home in the house of God for the rest of my life.
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Surely goodness and lovingkindness shall follow me all the days of my life, And I shall dwell in Yahweh's house forever.
Published by permission. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. All rights reserved.
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