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

Jehovah – “The Lord is my Shepherd” ( Psalm 23:1).

My Lord

When David wrote “The Lord is my Shepherd” in Psalm 23:1, he was saying something incredible about God. Picture this: David used to be a shepherd, spending his days taking care of sheep, guiding them, and protecting them. So, when he calls God his Shepherd, he’s showing us how much God cares for us—like a shepherd who’s always looking out for their flock.

The name “Jehovah” first shows up in Exodus 3:14 when God says to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM.” It’s a powerful name that means God is eternal—He’s always been around, and He’ll always be there for us. Revelation 11:17 echoes this idea, calling God “the One who is and who was and who is to come.”

But here’s the remarkable part: “Jehovah” isn’t just about God being eternal. It also tells us He’s in charge. The word “Lord” means someone who has authority, like a master or ruler. Colossians 1:15-20 describes Jesus as the Creator and Sustainer of everything, so we’re reminded that God isn’t just powerful—He’s also got everything under control.

And then there’s the Shepherd part. In John 10:11, Jesus is called the “good shepherd” who gave up His life for His sheep. That’s how much He loves us. Because of Jesus’ sacrifice, we’re brought closer to God, forgiven, and given peace (check out 1 Peter 2:24-25 for more on that).

Thinking about Jehovah as our eternal, all-powerful, and loving Shepherd is so reassuring. It reminds us that we’re not just here on our own—He’s walking with us, guiding us, and caring for us every step of the way. How amazing is it to know we belong to Him?