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Book: The Lord Is My Shepherd

Author: Ian Godfrey & Honor Ayres

Age range: 3 - 6 years 
Type: Christian / Prayer Book / Children’s Devotional

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What is this book about?

 

The Lord Is My Shepherd introduces young children to Psalm 23 in a simple and engaging way. Using gentle storytelling and warm illustrations, it helps children understand that God is like a loving shepherd who knows, protects, guides, and cares for His people.

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It takes a loved psalm and makes its comforting truths accessible for even the youngest readers.

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Why we recommend it

 

This is a wonderful first introduction to Psalm 23.

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Rather than simply teaching children to memorise the psalm, it helps them understand what it means. The language is reassuring, the illustrations are inviting, and the message reminds children that God is always with them, whether life feels easy or difficult.

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It is a book that can be returned to again and again as children grow.

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Main lessons & themes

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  • God is our loving Shepherd

  • God cares for us every day

  • We can trust God to lead us

  • God is with us when we are afraid

  • Peace and security in God's care

  • Knowing God's love and faithfulness

  • Confidence in God's promises

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Faith Focus

 

This book helps children discover one of the greatest pictures of God found in Scripture—that He is our Good Shepherd.

 

As children learn Psalm 23, they can also begin to see how Jesus fulfils these words. Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep, cares for them, and laid down His life for them.

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Bible connection:

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  • Psalm 23 — The Lord is our Shepherd

  • John 10:11–15 — Jesus, the Good Shepherd

  • Isaiah 40:11 — God gathers His people like a shepherd

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Questions to ask your child

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  • What does a shepherd do for his sheep?

  • How does God take care of us?

  • What part of the book did you like most?

  • When can we trust God to help us?

  • What does this story teach us about Jesus?

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Ways to use it at home 

 

Simple ideas:

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  • Read alongside Psalm 23 in your family Bible

  • Memorise one verse of Psalm 23 each week

  • Visit a local farm and talk about how shepherds care for sheep

  • Draw or paint a shepherd caring for his flock

  • Read it at bedtime to remind children that God watches over them

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