Fortson's Chapter by Chapter Bible Commentaries: Psalm 23

Psalm 23 remains the most cherished song of the Psalter; it provides a profound look into the intimate relationship between the Creator and the believer. In this short but powerful passage, David moves from describing God in the third person to addressing Him directly in the second person, which signals a deepening of spiritual intimacy. The imagery of the Shepherd was not merely a poetic choice for David; it was a reflection of his own life experiences on the hills of Bethlehem. This commentary explores the spiritual depths of each verse, connecting the Old Testament shadows to the New Testament reality of Jesus Christ.