Leader Guide

Prayer

For our prayer time today, we will use the first part of Psalm 23, a beautiful poem David wrote. Perhaps he may have written this psalm when he was out in the fields with his sheep. As I read, close your eyes and imagine you are out there, too.

The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.
He lets me rest in green meadows.
He leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name.
Even when I walk through the darkest valley,
I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me.

As we have been learning today, we are Jesus’ sheep—He is our Good Shepherd and will provide all we need! Do you have a special need to bring to the Good Shepherd today? Do you need strength in a situation? Are you afraid or nervous about something? The Good Shepherd is here to provide, protect and comfort you because He loves you and sacrificed His life for you! Let’s take a minute to silently pray to Jesus about a special need you may have today.

Allow a minute for children to pray and then close in prayer.

Let’s pray: Dear Lord Jesus, we praise You for being our Good Shepherd. You care for all of our needs and protect us from danger. Please give us Your strength and help us follow in Your paths. Thank You for staying close beside us forever. In Your name we pray, Amen.