you prepare a table before me

Opening Prayer: “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies, you anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows.” (Psalm 23:5)

Scripture: Psalm 23:5-6

Journal: What do these two verses stir up in you today?  How does it make you feel that God has prepared this specific place (day) for you?  How does that impact the way you live it?

Reflection: “I have prepared this table before you in the presence of your enemies.  It is no surprise to me that you find yourself here.  It is as intentional as it is purposeful.  I am doing a beautiful work in you.  I will use it all—even the work of your enemies—to invite you into a more intimate friendship with me.  I anoint your head with oil because you are my dearly loved and greatly honored guest.  I have been saving you a place right beside me all along.  Come to my table, be with me, and enjoy me as I enjoy you.  Come to the place where your cup will always be filled to overflowing with my goodness and my unfailing love.”

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Closing Prayer: “You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies.  You honor me by anointing my head with oil.  My cup overflows with blessings.  Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. (Psalm 23:5-6, NLT)