Psalm 23:1-6 NIV

1. Lack will always be in sight.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies

2. The Lord gives us His Spirit to be our guide.

You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows

But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.

Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.

3. Life in the Kingdom starts now.

Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

“Transform your normal activities into opportunities for communion with your Lord. Once you have gotten into this mode, you will not find it a problem to begin your day consciously in his presence. This is not more work; this is joy."

Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,”says the Lord. On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.