Text: Psalm 23:1-6
INTRODUCTION
A. Qualities of a good leader and coach
B. As parents we lord over our children
C. The Lord is the ultimate leader, shepherd and coach; the example of
Psalm 23
THE SHEPHERD WHO LEADS
A. David, the Psalmist makes an immediate declaration of his relationship to The Lord
B. David is under the direction of The Master for his leadership
C. God is a Righteous Leader
THE SHEPHERD IN THE DARKEST VALLEY
A. Christians are not to fear evil or harm
B. The Lord is my ever-present comforter and corrector
C. The Lord cares for me individually
THE SHEPHERD OF MY LIFE
A. The Lord is my provider
B. The Lord is sovereign
C. The Lord anoints and equips me
CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK: I WILL TRUST THAT THE LORD WILL LEAD AND KEEP ME JUST AS HE SHEPHERDS THE FLOCK.
