Psalm 23:2 (b): He leads me beside the still waters.
Experiencing Jesus in the Psalms
We are not always lying down to feed, but are journeying onward toward perfection. The still waters are the influences and graces of his blessed Spirit. His Spirit attends us in various operations, like waters—in the plural—to cleanse, to refresh, to fertilize, to cherish. They are still because the Holy spirit loves peace, and sounds no trumpet. He may flow into our soul, but not into our neighbor’s, and therefore our neighbor may not perceive the divine presence.
Our Lord leads us beside these still waters; we could not go there of ourselves, we need his guidance. He does not drive us. Moses drives us by the law, but Jesus leads us by his example, and the gentle drawings of his love. 1
Living the Transformed Life
And the Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let him who hears say, “Come!” And let him who thirsts come. Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely. Revelation 22:17
- At the still waters is where the soul reflects upon His truth.
- At the still waters is where the soul is renewed with new strength.
- At the still waters is where the soul is given guidance to stay the course.
The still waters are quiet to the ear, but powerful to the soul.
Praise and Prayer
Thank You, Father, for making a place in the wilderness for Your living water. Dear Jesus, please quiet my soul next to Your still waters, for a long time.
1. Spurgeon, C. H. (1993). Psalms (p. 89). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.
