Psalm 23
Shannon Wexelberg Lyrics


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You are my Shepherd
I shall not want
You make me lie down
In pastures so green
You lead me beside
Waters so calm
And You are restoring
Restoring me

You lead me in paths
of Your righteousness
All for the sake of Your name
And If I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death
I will not be afraid
No, I will not be Afraid

For You are my Shepherd
And You go with me
Your rod and Your staff
Bring comfort and peace
You set me a table
Before my enemies
You anoint me with oil
My cup is overflowing

Each day Your goodness and mercy will be
Following hard after me
And I will dwell in the house of my Savior and King
For all eternity
For all eternity

You are my Shepherd
I shall not want
You make me lie down
In pastures so green
You lead me beside
Waters so calm
And You are restoring
Restoring me
You are restoring
Restoring me
I know...




You're restoring
Restoring me

Overall Meaning

In Shannon Wexelberg's song Psalm 23, she describes the relationship between God and His people through the metaphor of a shepherd and his sheep. The lyrics convey a sense of security and trust as the singer acknowledges God as her shepherd who provides for her every need. God is portrayed as the protector who leads her to green pastures and calm waters, restoring her strength and peace. Even in the darkest of valleys, the singer shows great faith and trust in God, knowing that He will always be with her, providing her with comfort and peace through His rod and staff. The lyrics also convey a deep sense of gratitude to God, who sets a banquet for her in the midst of her enemies, anoints her with oil, and fills her cup to overflowing.


Overall, the song is a powerful reflection on the unwavering love and care that God has for His people, and the singer's response of trust and thankfulness in this unchanging love. The song invites the listener to reflect on their own relationship with God, and to rest in the assurance that He is always with them, even in the darkest of valleys.


Line by Line Meaning

You are my Shepherd
You are the one who guides and cares for me as a shepherd does for their sheep


I shall not want
I will lack nothing because you provide all that I need


You make me lie down In pastures so green
You provide nourishment and rest for me in beautiful and peaceful surroundings


You lead me beside Waters so calm
You guide me to refreshing and peaceful streams where I can be renewed


And You are restoring Restoring me
You are healing and renewing me, bringing me back to a state of wholeness


You lead me in paths of Your righteousness All for the sake of Your name
You guide me on the right path, leading me to do what is right and good, all for your glory


And If I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will not be afraid No, I will not be Afraid
Even in the darkest and most challenging times, I will not fear because you are with me


For You are my Shepherd And You go with me Your rod and Your staff Bring comfort and peace
You are always by my side, bringing protection and peace through your guidance and discipline


You set me a table Before my enemies You anoint me with oil My cup is overflowing
You bless me in the presence of those who wish harm upon me, and you provide abundantly for me


Each day Your goodness and mercy will be Following hard after me
Every day, your kindness and mercy will be with me, accompanying me wherever I go


And I will dwell in the house of my Savior and King For all eternity For all eternity
I will live in your presence forever, always close to you as your faithful servant


You are restoring Restoring me You are restoring Restoring me I know... You're restoring Restoring me
You are continually working in me to bring healing and renewal, and I trust in your loving care




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@CarolynHollowka-ri2kk

It's just what I needed thanks so much God Bless you

@eileenscott8356

Beautiful-so meaningful

@fayetollefson6899

Most beautiful song 2021...We should be just as these animals trusting fully in God for our daily bread...and being restored to our status before the fall of Adam. It's on repeat💜😇

@eileenscott8356

Love the images of God’s wonderful creation

@amyfojc3389

Jesus beautiful creatures ♥ ❤ Awesome song and video, I love it!

@donnadifonzo339

I love the song. Great musical quality. But I would prefer more religious images.

@donnadifonzo339

i agree. love the song. But images not so much.