Trust in our Shepherd, or Structure?

 Numbers 7; Psalms 23; Acts 27 

“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul…”

Psalm 23:1-3

“But now I urge you to keep up your courage, because not one of you will be lost; only the ship will be destroyed.”

Acts 27:22

The ship in which Paul and 275 others were being transported across the Mediterranean Sea provided safety and shelter. However, in the storm that structure broke into pieces; yet, all lives on board were saved. It was Jesus, the good shepherd, who spoke to Paul and assured him that his mission to Rome would not be damaged, nor would any lives be lost in the storm.

Are we trusting today in our structures, or in Christ as our security?

When the storms of life hit us, will we be looking back or looking forward?

Are we clear on what our mission from the Lord is?

The Lord leads us out of the storm and beside quiet waters.

Will we trust him and take his hand?

“Lord Jesus, you are my shepherd and I take your hand and invite you to lead me, give me rest, and restore my soul, for your glory.”