At the beginning of the service, a very familiar passage was read--Psalm 23. This is the reason why Jesus came to earth. In heaven we will be totally surrounded by God's presence. But Abraham, like all men, feared death, and this fear enslaved him. Sometimes the journey is filled with joy, and sometimes it is very sad and lonely. And I listened to Ashleys stories about how it happened time and again in his life. On this first anniversary of my fathers death, it is especially comforting to me. Let me remind you that the shepherd is still with the sheep. I like the theme of the 23rd Psalm. By following the Jesus, the Good Shepherd. - Romans 6:23". Thank you for that. xc```b``y l@3 w;`p3BVl%856Z| Md@#GMJ}l$@-'O Life is really real here. But there is another reality, a greater reality. A mother was asked by a census-taker how many children she had. I do not remember ever taking a funeral where I did not use the 23rd Psalm. Required fields are marked *. I lift up my eyes to the hills--where does my help come from? 0000018544 00000 n This is part of what led faith leaders in our area to discern a need for Family Promise. The Lord is my shepherd is a reminder of how well God knows us, how intimately and intuitively. When Alisabeth was a toddler, she would often declare that she wanted. How can a lost sheep be restored to the fold? We who work with God, also need to know one another. 0000018083 00000 n Christians, he tells us, will grieve, but they will grieve in hope. He had come to trust in God as the One who was able to raise the dead. 0000003817 00000 n The promise of God's provision, sins forgiven, a constant companion and a home in heaven only applies to those who know Him. To honestly and earnestly say that there are those without homes in our community, and what they need is significant assistance of housing, food, guidance in budgeting and job skills, encouragement, and support, so they can live a full life in their own space and place. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. When a famine came to the land of Canaan, Abraham took Sarah, his wife, to Egypt. 0000002861 00000 n What your feeling is expected. In the Revelation to John it is that one seated on the throne saying, See, I am making all things new (Revelation 21:2-7). Now, if he must put this son to death, God would raise him. God promised to bless Abraham through his offspring. And thus, those who trust in Him need no longer fear death. That is easier said than done. This sermon has inspired me greatly as I am using portions of it to prepare a sermon/eulogy for my fallen first cousin. My heart hurts for this family, I know too well their hurt. What is the one thing necessary for a shadow to exist? Jesus, my shepherd, and the sheepdogs who care for me on Jesus team will lead me towards all I want. Psalm 23 reminds us that life has difficult moments, but ultimately, we find protection and joy. David wrote this Psalm from personal experience because he too was a shepherd. Awakening from a sleep, he said, Earth recedes, Heaven opens before me. I shall have gone higher, that is all out of this old clay tent into a house that is immortal, a body that sin cannot touch, that sin cannot taint, a body fashioned into His glorious body. That light is always there. Consider these words, from the pen of the unknown author of the New Testament Book of Hebrews: Since then the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise also partook of the same, that through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil; and might deliver those who through fear of death were subject to slavery all their lives (Hebrews 2:14-15). If you know the shepherd, renewal will come but dont rush to try and find it. You feel like right now you are walking through a valley of darkness. He said he never expected to find it here in Uvalde and in Utopia. Psalms 23:4. St. Peter wrote in his first letter (1 Pet 4:12) Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you., The Bible constantly tells us that there will be difficult times in life, and Psalm 23 voices such a warning. My cup overflows. Ted A. Giese / Friday October 23rd 2020: Season of Pentecost / Psalm 23 'Lord Take My Hand' The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousnessfor His name's sake. 0000032350 00000 n How can you have assurance when you face death? Let's be honest, the valley of the shadow of death is a place we're all a little squeamish about. 1 Peter 2:25: For you were like sheep going astray, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. You see, Jesus was grieving. You have simply awoken to what has always been here, what has aways been within you. The matrix Ashley experienced is the light behind the shadow. Paul expects Christians to view death differently than the rest. The third image in the Twenty-third Psalm which I would lift up today is this: Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Psalm 23:4 Yea, 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. So whatever you might think about in your last moments, look to Jesus. But we do go through great and terrible difficulties all of the time, and God constantly warns us of these dangers and difficulties in His Holy Word. Its trustworthy. It is that eternal and everlasting life that gives us hope even in death that we might see Your Son. Scriptures: Make Your Spirit and peace present in all of their homes and lives. 0 /O 45 If a father gave his own son to his enemy, his sacrificial deed showed that he could be trusted! The needs of sheep to depend on one who can see beyond them in time and space. And even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me.". Psalm 23:1-2 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. I will close by returning to Psalm 90, You return mankind to the dust, saying, "Return, descendants of Adam." - Psalm 90:3. If we are serving alongside God as sheepdog, do we know andlove the sheep? I want to share with you a passage of scripture that has been a source of comfort for many people. So he calls the Lord his shepherd as a beautiful illustration of his own relationship with God. God is our host He guides us through our eternal life. At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now. Unlike the business man's son David knew He belonged to the Lord. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.". If you know anything about that period of history, you may remember that these armies hated one another. After this an old man was asked to present the same Psalm. 0000019265 00000 n Because they had shared food together. I want you to garner some of her insight as well. David tells us that goodness follows us all the days of our lives. Our Comfort is in Christ. Thou dost prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; This is the best funeral sermon Ive ever read/heard for a tragic death. I pray Gods healing and consolation for you. He goes with us every step of the way. And in fact, I wanna ask you to do that . << This was our . To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. - Romans 3:23, "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Psalm 23:4: Deep Shades: A. S. Brooke. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. . The Lord protects, guides, and supports us. He restores my soul. The Lord is my shepherd: This psalm starts right at the core of things, naming who God is, and who we are. This is what the Good Shepherd has done for us. (1) Psalm 22 deals with Mount Calvary. are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; Psalm 23 gives us a glimpse of the care God gives us in both our earthly and eternal lives. 0000016588 00000 n Moody said to a friend, someday soon you will read in the papers that D. L. Moody of Northfield is dead. While we may see this as a natural part of life, this was not how God designed this life to be. There are many times in our lives we wonder off and then question how we ended up in certain situations. By making this journey with the Shepherd. Talk to you shepherd. In heaven we will be totally surrounded by Gods presence, c.) God will allows us to share in His eternal victory, a.) This is the faith of which David is writing, in Psalm 23. That is the one critical constant in changes of our lives. Do we know those we live with well enough to know when they are struggling, before they have admitted to themselves? David knew his Shepherd well and the Lord knew David too. I am glad it was what you needed Deb. Fear can be a powerful, debilitating, paralyzing influence in our lives. A Hope Which Exchanges Fear for Faith ( Psalm 23) A Message of Hope ( Hebrews 2:14-15) Christ's Comfort ( John 14) Death: The Door to Eternity ( Luke 16:19-31) Freedom from the Fear of Death ( John 14:1-6 and Hebrews 2:14-15) GodA Shepherd to Israel ( Ezekiel 34) God the Protector . He has journeyed the pathway many times before. God is bigger than any problem we will ever face in life. He leads me beside quiet waters. Out of visioning time together, I am asking all of us to be in prayer. Whether or not you want to hear Psalm 23, we all need the truth of Psalm 23 because Psalm 23 is about Jesus, and he's the one we want to see. Indeed, we are still walking through the valley of the shadow of death. The restoration He gives is forgiveness of sin and peace with God. Ashley was contagious. Presbyterian/Reformed. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. Not only did she have her family, she had the Holy Spirit of God at her side, like a shepherd who kept close watch on her. If you travel through the mountains passes of Tibet you need a guide. Dont forget the jokes, or the way she would make you feel when she was around you. The rod is used by a shepherd to ward off evil and to direct the sheep as they walk. True hope in grief cannot come, apart of the gospel. Its a matrix in which God and everything and everyone are connected. If so, you will no longer be enslaved by the fear of death. Its what attracted you and me to him. FIRST-PERSON: Funeral service's 23rd Psalm recitation underscores today's biblical illiteracy. 0000019551 00000 n Third, David's faith replaced his fear of his enemies, and even of death. All, except one act. Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. That doesnt help anyone. Brandy was someone who was caring to a fault. In fact, it is a favorite funeral service text. If you knew her, you are blessed for having that opportunity. We are here this evening for the joyful funeral of Mrs. Eloise Roop. The writer to the Hebrews gives us two vitally important truths, which explain the faith of David in Psalm 23. The walk you are experiencing today is a temporary one. That was an outstanding funeral sermon, and ( I guess) an exceptionally demanding one for you to preach. Audio Pre-Recorded: Funeral was held at Lee Funeral Home in Regina Saskatchewan. Pittendreigh@aol.com. /Root 44 0 R The text which I have just read from the Book of Hebrews expands on David's words in Psalm 23, explaining how David's faith in God can free him from the fear of death. D.L. My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. For centuries the Twenty-third Psalm has been one of the most treasured passages in all of Holy Scripture. The message from the everyday saints to "walk the walk" of daily faith in our time, the message is clear: Psalm 23 is essential. I dont want to accept that reality. Ted Giese / March 8th 2014 / Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. Both are essential. The Funeral Sermon for Helen Abercrombie Pastor Michael L. McCoy Grace, mercy and peace to you, in the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. In Psalm 23 David writes "Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life" (Psalm 23:6 NIV). She often times went above and beyond for people that she knew. You spread a table before me in the presence of those who trouble me; you have anointed my head with oil, and my cup is running over. Are we loving and knowing our community? Pastors will find that adding personal notes about the deceased is easy to do. And so he is looking for comfort. From where is my help to come? (Psalm 121) are no longer the psalmists words. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh, with the statement that I have adapted its contents. C. Death followed David everywhere. << This will continue forever and ever. God once again spared them. (2) The Lamb of God died for us, and triumphed over death by His resurrection. /Size 77 We cannot remove this problem ourselves. He makes me lie down in green pastures. Twenty years ago, I could have used the name of Joshua in passing, but not so today. I want candy, I want my cookie, I want my toy. Surely goodness and lovingkindness will follow me all the days of my life, Funeral Sermon for Irma Emilie Stenzel - Mount Olive Lutheran Church / Pr. Fifth, David's faith rested in the fact that God was present with him, in life, in death, and throughout all eternity. It is by Christ's death that we are saved from our sins. Ps 23:3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His names sake. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep. Psalm 23 is a highly personal Psalm for David. It would be dishonest of me if I didnt tell you this but it is in moments like that that I question everything I think and believe about our Creator. The Sawi then realized that this was what God had done for them. The light has been with us from the beginning. Read Psalm 23. The staff with its large crook at the end serves to support the sheeps body when it crosses a dangerous chasm. Jesus was always to be our shepherd. You did create that! The length of the walk becomes insignificant once the discovery is made that the journey is only temporary. (John 1:29). Judy trains sheepdogs, as well as others who have sheepdogs. (a) It tells of the crucifixion of the Messiah. For the non-believer for the one who does not believe in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ the phrase "You return mankind to the dust" continues as a judgment for sin. That does not mean we are without hope. 0000000017 00000 n Not how it was 30 years ago, but right now and right now. There must be something we need. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Even today, prophets point us back to God. If we are honest with ourselves, some must admit that facing death today is a fearful experience, just as Hebrews informs us. Cancel. 0000017864 00000 n Every one of you here today, whether you know it or not, is a part of that matrix. /H [ 1248 406 ] Prophets have foretold the way of Jesus. We are the sheep in this passage. And I will not pretend to have any today. Thats why we must stay close, walk together, and continually remind ourselves and one another that a shadow cannot exist apart from light. If its ok for Jesus to grieve for the loss of those closest to him, it is ok for you to do the same. For all of us gathered here today, the kindness and goodness of Mrs. Smith is the source of both our present grief, for we shall now be deprived of the benefit of her life. One image comes from the verse, Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Here goes. John Piper Sep 8, 1980. 0000001149 00000 n They are mine. As we sit in this room, and mourn but also celebrate the life of Brandy, our soul feels dead, it feels no joy or rest. 5 Yet you sweep people away in the sleep of death. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Years ago I met a veteran of World War I. Ive experienced that in my own life. And you wont be surprised when I tell you this. Theres been a mistake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, "Even 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." xref >> Sometimes it takes all we have just to take the next step. "The Good Shepherd" (Psalm 23) Introduction. You and I are known by God intimately as a shepherd knows each sheep. The unexpected can be frightening. + Funeral Homilies But the Good Shepherd became a sheep, so to speak. It is glorious! Thursday: And calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. Matthew 2:4. The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. We want to know that we can depend on God and the way God cares for us. One afternoon he was preparing to board a train to London when he spotted a man in ragged, dirty clothing begging for money from passengers along the station platform. As we sit in this room, and mourn but also celebrate the life of Brandy, our soul feels dead, it feels no joy or rest. What also works for me is the reminder each day that the Lord IS my shepherd as I make my way down the path. Isaiah the prophet spoke of the coming Savior as a Lamb, who would suffer for the sins of men: He was oppressed and He was afflicted, Yet He did not open His mouth; Like a lamb that is led to slaughter, And like a sheep that is silent before its shearers, So He did not open His mouth (Isaiah 53:7). We were only two weeks into our time in Zambia when I attended my first funeral, that of a young child of a young family who would become our friends. Sin, our sin separated from God and in that caused what God had made, fallen. We want happiness. He restores my soul. R/. Apr 11, 2018. Sin marred everything. Every time this happened I would try to slow him down as best as anyone could and remind him, Ashley, I havent created anything. Marsh for adding a new dimension to my understanding of the shadow being backed by a source of light. Family and friends of Phyllis May (Horstman) Sahlstrom, we gather, grieving the loss of one we love and will miss. Will you do that today? The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. The shadow is not the ultimate reality. His beloved Son brought them eternal peace with Himself. Some call that light God or Jesus. We must believe that He died for our sins and that He rose again to give us new life. She would simply repeat over and over again I want. When he finished there wasn't a dry eye in the place. It is in moments like this that I have no answers, explanations, or understanding for myself or for you. /Length 316 This is not my doing. Beautiful, as your preaching usually is. Allow us to see this life with the assurance and power of Christ Jesus, who has conquered death and is alive with an everlasting life. Through repentance and faith. The goodness and kindness of Mrs. Smith is the source of the warm memories which we have sought to recall and refresh in her eulogy a few moments ago. At 4:30 am on Monday morning the Good Shepherd lead our brother to paradise. Psalm 23 is often quoted, recited . An Episcopal Priest's Sermons, Prayers, and Reflections on Life, Becoming Human, and Discovering Our Divinity. Psalm 23:1-3, 4, 5, 6. And I think you know exactly what I mean and how I feel. I visited John during his last days and can testify that he had this assurance. May this hope be yours in this hour of grief. Every sermon I ever heard on Psalm 23, up played the lack of knowledge that sheep have and their utter lack of direction and life without a shepherd. This is what Ive been looking for. He said that he had traveled the world, gone to churches, searched in exotic and far away places, prayed in monasteries, had some wild times, and hung out with Buddhists seeking this matrix. /ID [<11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c><11818585010ce5325197a63f7dcd3a5c>] %PDF-1.7 From this you may be tempted to think about Psalm 23 as a funeral Psalm. Its given me new insight into John 1.v.5. The chef's knife is the essential tool for cooks. Psalm 23 reminds us that God stands ready to be our shepherd if we will only let him. Click here for more messages from the book of Psalms. BUT TODAY I WANT YOU TO UNDERSTAND THAT IT'S MESSAGE IS NOT FOR DEAD PEOPLE OR PEOPLE WHO LOST THEIR LOVED Intro. Do we know our neighbors well enough to know when a family member is sick, what they might need? Psalm 23 has become a daily adventure for me as I try to imagine what it means for me each day. Biblically, prophets shine the light on Jesus as the Good Shepherd. 3) DEATH IS A DEFEATED FOE (PSALM 23:4) a) There can be no valley without mountains. Death should cause us to mourn. 0000018903 00000 n Psalm 23:2-3 ESV. My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. We want to know that our life matters. It would be so wonderful if God would simply promise to us that we would never go through difficult times. In Psalm 23, David is saying, "The Lord is to me what I've been to my sheep. Psalm 23:4: Comfort Through the Rod and Staff: F. B. Meyer, B. Call it the light or call it the matrix, it doesnt matter. A. Credit will be given to Rev. This made her eligible for marriage, and it seemed to put the promise of God at risk, because the promised "seed" was to come through the union of Abraham and Sarah. If this is death, it is sweet! We want to feel appreciated. There are two images that the Psalmist paints for us. Amen. Only He can make us right with God again. And Jesus wanted to just spend some time alone, praying and thinking. The value of the words and their expression at the end of life is well established. For this slight momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, because we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen; for the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal. While we do no focus on one's failures at the time of their death, we must all admit that there are failures. Amen. God is our shepherd, and we are his sheep. When the beggar approached and asked if the man could spare a few shillings, the businessman realized he had found his long lost son, crying " A few shillings? Let me be clear about this. And the shadow cannot overcome or extinguish it. 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