Monday, February 28, 2011

Living the 23rd Psalm - Day 11

Pamperer - Thou annointest my head with oil

There are various meanings and rituals surrounding anointing. There are healing anointings, anointings of power among kings, and even anointing in preparation for burial. In David's context, though, as a sheep being anointed by the Shepherd, I'd like to consider it as an anointing of affection. Once again, the Lord pampering our body and spirit. His love for us is boundless; His care of us is genuine. Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and our God and Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting consolation and good hope by grace, comfort your hearts and establish you in every good word and work. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17