That night there were shepherds staying in the field nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep.
Luke 2:8
NLT Bible
Shepherds never left their sheep unattended. They watched over them during the day and while everyone slept at night, they would be out in the fields guarding their flock from all the dangers lurking around. The sheep were prone to wandering off and the shepherds had to be alert and vigilant. If one sheep strayed, they would immediately go out and search every nook and cranny until it was found.
Similarly, God is our Shepherd, keeping watch over us at all times. Like sheep, we can also veer off course, but thankfully our Shepherd will guide us back on the right path. Psalm twenty three describes God as our Shepherd, leading, guiding, protecting and restoring us. We have nothing to fear with Almighty God as our Shepherd.
Thank you Lord for being my Shepherd. Thank you for Your protection, provision and preservation. Sometimes I wander off, but You guide me back to where I need to be. I love you, Jesus. Amen!
Be Blessed!
Lydia
