Goodness and Mercy | Week 4 | Lead Pastor Paul Mints | 6/29/25

Psalm 23 offers profound insights into finding peace amid life's challenges. When David wrote 'The Lord is my shepherd,' he emphasized the deeply personal relationship available to each of us with God. One of the most powerful verses, 'You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies,' reveals that God doesn't retreat when we face difficulties—He establishes His provision right in the middle of our struggles.The presence of enemies doesn't mean God has abandoned us; rather, it often confirms His presence. Peace isn't the absence of problems but the presence of our Shepherd in the midst of them. By developing 'table faith'—focusing on God's provision, presence, protection, and peace rather than our problems—we can experience tranquility regardless of our circumstances. Our worth isn't determined by our environment but by our identity as God's children. The anointing oil mentioned in the psalm represents healing for wounds, protection for the mind, and being marked for purpose despite imperfections. Finally, God's goodness and mercy actively pursue us throughout our lives, not retreating when we make mistakes but continually guiding and mentoring us all the way to eternity.