The Shepherd and His Names: Finding God in Psalm 23ਨਮੂਨਾ

Jehovah-Jireh - “I shall not want” (Psalm 23:1).

He’s All That I Need

Psalm 23:1 says, “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.” What a comforting thought! The name Jehovah-Jireh means “The Lord will provide,” reminding us that God takes care of everything we truly need—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. His provision isn’t just about material things but about His perfect love, guidance, and grace.

When David wrote “I shall not want,” he wasn’t saying life would always be easy. Many faithful people in the Bible faced hardships, yet they trusted God to provide. Jesus even told us in John 16:33 that we’d have struggles in this world, but we can take heart because He has already overcome them! True peace comes not from having everything we want but from trusting that our Shepherd knows best.

One of the greatest ways God provides for us is through His Word. In John 10:3-4, Jesus explains that His sheep recognize His voice and follow Him. The more time we spend reading and reflecting on Scripture, the stronger our faith becomes. Colossians 2:10 reminds us that we are complete in Him, lacking nothing. Like sheep chewing cud, we should take time to digest and meditate on His promises.

God isn’t distant—He takes personal joy in caring for us (Psalm 84:11). He wants us to thrive, and His timing is always perfect. Luke 11:11-13 paints a beautiful picture: if human parents give good gifts to their children, how much more will our heavenly Father provide for us?

So what does “I shall not want” really mean? It means that in Christ, we are never truly lacking. Even when life feels uncertain, we can rest in His care. Romans 8:28-29 assures us that God is working everything out for our good, shaping us to be more like Christ. His provision isn’t about granting every wish but about teaching us to rely on Him completely.

Trusting Jehovah-Jireh means letting go of our fears and worries, knowing He sees us and will provide. Philippians 1:6 reminds us that He who began a good work in us will complete it. When we truly believe this, we can walk in peace, confidence, and contentment, knowing our Shepherd has already provided everything we need.

With full trust in Jehovah-Jireh, we can joyfully declare: “The Lord is my Shepherd; I lack nothing.”