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June 15, 2020

He Leads Me Beside Still Waters

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Sunshine and a beautiful Sunday morning found us walking along the Estatoe Trail that borders the Davidson River in Pisgah National Forest. It was early enough that it was cool and we encountered very few hikers and bikers during our hour long trek. We took our time. We stopped to watch fly fishermen and women. We looked at trees. We marveled at the beauty of God’s world. We worshipped. We spent time outdoors in the fresh air enjoying life. We vowed to do more of this.

Psalm 23

The Divine Shepherd

A Psalm of David.

1 The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
2     He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters;
3     he restores my soul,
He leads me in right paths
    for his name’s sake.

4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley,
    I fear no evil;
for you are with me;
    your rod and your staff—
    they comfort me.

5 You prepare a table before me
    in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
    my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
    all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
    my whole life long

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  1. Elaine Omann
    June 15, 2020 at 06:52 am

    When you go again walk along the trail to the end and find the chapel.
    This is a beautiful trail and I have walked it in all seasons

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      June 15, 2020 at 07:06 am

      We have been to the chapel and you are right–it is stunningly beautiful! Thanks for reminding me!

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  2. jean
    June 15, 2020 at 07:02 am

    Beautiful photos- I feel like I was walking with you. Thanks, Beth Ann

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      June 15, 2020 at 07:07 am

      Thanks for coming along with me. I needed this walk especially since this was our week to be at Lakeside. 🙁

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  3. Darlene
    June 15, 2020 at 07:51 am

    Such wonderful pictures, perfect with the Psalm. I could feel the peacefulness.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      June 15, 2020 at 07:59 am

      Thanks! It was the perfect hike!

      Reply
  4. Karen
    June 15, 2020 at 10:09 am

    Very pretty and looks quite peaceful!

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  5. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    June 16, 2020 at 09:58 am

    Thanks for taking us to this beautiful natural respite. So needed right now.

    Reply
  6. susi_snaps
    June 16, 2020 at 12:17 pm

    Sounds and looks like a perfect Sunday morning to me. 🙂

    Reply
  7. Shirley Matthews Dunn
    June 16, 2020 at 12:27 pm

    My favorite Psalm. Your pictures are beautiful. It sounds like a blessed Sunday.

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  8. Mama's Empty Nest
    June 16, 2020 at 05:18 pm

    What a beautiful and tranquil walk you had.

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