Josh Posada, our music director, preaches from Psalm 23 and teaches us that God is the Good Shepherd who provides for his sheep. 

He provides care. He provides protection. He provides a home.

The Good Shepherd: The Provider of All (Psalm 23) - May 7, 2023

Written from the perspective of a person rejected, the main character of the song begs the church for acceptance. The song encourages us to love, regardless of our differences and flaws.

Lyrics
Verse
You look at me like I did you wrong
I show my hand but you move along
My hand stays cold as you meet and greet
I show a smile but you hide your teeth

PreChorus
I’m here at the door now please just let me in

Chorus
Save me a seat and maybe I’ll stay longer
Hold my hand and maybe I’ll get stronger
I know I’m no greater than the least of these
But I hear there’s someone here who died for me
So save me a seat at your church please

Verse 2
Perfect homes, healthy family trees
Your Religion, your prestige
Lofty saints in suits and ties
Look at me with their judging eyes

Verse 3
Three divorces, abuse and pain
Got no bachelors to my name
Lost all the friends that I call dear
Fought through life and barely made it here

Written by Jeff Johnson. All tracks and arrangements by THE UPAFTER. Produced & Engineered by Joshua Silverberg & Jared Fox. Mastered by Nathan Dantzler. Copyright © 2015 THE UPAFTER. All rights reserved.

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The Good Shepherd: The Provider of All (Psalm 23) - May 7, 2023

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