Along the route between Jericho and Jerusalem, overlooking the St. George Monastery, known as the Valley of the Shadow of Death, one of the most comforting pictures in Scripture comes to life.
Geographically located where the sun cannot be seen, David reflected…
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me. (Ps 23:4b)
Yahweh leads us on the path in the Valley of the Shadow of Death…for His name’s sake. His glory is at stake. He leads for His own good.
We need not fear because He is with us.
He is never more present and engaged than when darkness hovers over us.
Yahweh is near the brokenhearted; He rescues those crushed in spirit (Ps 34:18).
In the shadows, His Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path (Ps 119:105).
During the darkest days of uncertainty, frustration and pain we can be most assured…
Yah is near.
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;
Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies:
Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:
And I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
Psalm 23:1-6
