Psalm 23: You’re Going To Make It

Lately, I’ve been experiencing these overwhelming waves of anxiety.

I think we all experience anxiety, or anxious moments, in one way or another—some feel it more intensely, but something we all face at some point.

I recently came across the verse ‘Psalm 23: You’re Going To Make It; Trust Me.’ It was one of those moments when the right words hit at exactly the right time. I ended up writing the verse on a sticky note on my desktop screen, so I see and read it multiple times a day.

Fast forward about a month to this past Sunday. I woke up with another wave of anxiety — the kind that feels uncomfortable and heavy, like a deep thump in your chest. I knew exactly what I needed to do. I made a cup of coffee and turned to Youtube, searching for a sermon from Passion City Church. Within seconds, my eyes found the perfect one: ‘Anxious Heart Meets Good Shepard ‘ by Ben Stuart.

This message in particular came during their Sabbath break, and the pastor shared how they had decided to prerecord a sermon on the Psalms. He thought there was no better place to start doing that than with Psalm 23.

Even though I know this is such a well-known Psalm, it was still wild how much it had been showing up in my life lately. Out of all the Psalms, I randomly picked a sermon, and it just happened to be on the exact one I’d been focusing on. In that moment, I could feel God’s presence, and I knew I was seen.

The Message:

Psalm 23 portrays God as a caring and protective shepherd who provides for, guides, and comforts His people, much like a shepherd cares for sheep. The psalm emphasizes trust in God’s protection, even in life’s darkest moments and times of anxiety. For those struggling with anxiety, Psalm 23 offers reassurance that, despite fear or uncertainty, God is always present. He is there guiding us. He is there comforting us. Trusting in God’s constant presence and care can bring peace to an anxious heart, reminding us that we are never alone and always under His protection and watch. He brings calm into our crazy lives.

You’re Going To Make It: Trust Me