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Psalm 23:1-6 · WEB
1Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.
2He makes me to lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
3He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name`s sake.
4Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You have anointed my head with oil. My cup runs over.
6Surely goodness and lovingkindness shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in Yahweh's house forever.
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Understanding Self-Deception Theologically - Church Context
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Living Out Sustainability & Creation Care - Teaching Material
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Morning Meditation: Education & Wisdom - Biblical Insight
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When Crisis & Hope Meets Faith - Quote
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Real-World Forgiveness - Contemporary Example
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Reflecting on Diversity & Inclusion - Church Context
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The AI & Human Dignity Perspective - Reflection
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Faith and Online Church & Community - Church Context
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God's View on Digital Addiction & Freedom - Commentary
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Morning Meditation: Vulnerability - Prayer
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Applying Easter - Illustration
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The Youth Culture & Faith Challenge - Quote
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Theology of Technology & Human Connection - Commentary
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Morning Meditation: Vulnerability - Story
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Applying Youth Culture & Faith - Illustration
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The AI & Human Dignity Perspective - Application
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Putting Into Practice: Youth Culture & Faith - Teaching Material
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Reflecting on Economic Inequality & Generosity - Commentary
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Reflecting on Human Nature - Commentary
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The Faithfulness Challenge - Biblical Analogy
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Practical Political Division & Unity - Teaching Material
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Applying Climate Change & Stewardship - Contemporary Example
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Putting Into Practice: Youth Culture & Faith - Contemporary Example
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