Step #1: Make the Lord your Shepherd (Ps. 23:1)

           Step #2: Know and Enjoy the Good Shepherd's gracious provisions (Ps. 23:2,3)

                           a. Green Pastures

                           b. Still Waters

                           c. Restored Soul

                           d. Guidance in Righteous Paths

           Step #3: Walk with the Good Shepherd through the hard times (Ps. 23:4,5)

                            a. Trials of fear

                            b. Trials of conflict

                            c. Trials of irritation

            Step #4: See ADONAI's goodness in every situation, both now and in the future (Ps. 23:6)

                        Conclusion

             Step #1: Affirm your faith in Him alone (Ps. 27:1-3)

             Step #2: Focus on the Lord Himself (Ps. 27:4-6)

             Step #3: When fear returns, seek the Lord by redirecting your focus to Him in heartfelt prayer (Ps. 27:7-12)

             Step #4: Continue seeking the Lord by continually reaffirming your faith in Him (Ps. 27:13,14)

             Conclusion