The Word of God is powerful and full of life! It can add value to our lives in many ways—through in-depth study of entire books or by slowing down to meditate on a single verse. One powerful way I enjoy engaging with Scripture is by using it to speak blessings over myself, my family, and others.
As a family, we cherish the tradition of celebrating the Sabbath meal each week. At the end of our meal, Robby takes a moment to speak a heartfelt blessing over each of the kids and me. In turn, the kids and I bless Robby, honoring him as the head and leader of our family. Most weeks, our blessings are filled with Scripture, speaking God’s Word over one another and reinforcing His truth in our hearts. This has become a treasured rhythm of love and encouragement, something the kids eagerly look forward to. We can see their anticipation in the way they lean into Robby’s arms, fully embracing the moment of love, affirmation, and blessing.
There is something transformative about declaring God’s promises out loud, allowing His truth to shape our hearts and minds. Speaking blessings aligns our words with His will and invites His presence into our daily lives. Here, I’ve taken Psalm 23 and woven it into a personalized blessing, incorporating verses from other parts of the Bible to enrich its meaning.
As you read this, say it as a prayer over yourself and maybe speak it as a blessing over someone you love.
“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.”
May you always have ears inclined to hear His voice.
May you be one who never experiences fear or worry, one who always seeks first the kingdom of God, so that all things would be added unto you under His extravagant provision.
“He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters.”
May the great shepherd and overseer of your soul continually feed you on the knowledge of God. May you be one who lives not on bread alone but by every Word that proceeds from the mouth of God. May His word dwell richly in you in all wisdom and understanding.
May He wash you with the water of His Word.
May you drink of the living waters that cause your soul to never thirst again.
“He restores my soul; He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake”
May the one who is anointed to bind the broken hearted make your soul like a well watered garden. As you make plans, may He continually direct your paths.
May you be one who reveals His name to those around you.
“Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me and your rod and your staff comfort me.”
May you be perfected in His perfect love which casts out all fear.
May you be wise–a lover of truth and correction.
May you be filled with the Holy Spirit, the Comforter.
“You prepare a table for me in the presence of my enemies, you anoint my head with oil, my cup runs over.”
May you be one who hungers and thirsts and dines freely at His table without money and
without price. May you be one who hears His voice and opens the door so that He can come in and dine with you.
May you walk in the anointing of unity. May you walk in the ministry of reconciliation. May you be a peacemaker, called a daughter of God.
May you be a generous giver, and may it be given unto you, a good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over.
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
May He cause all His goodness to pass in front of you and may He proclaim His Name over you all the days of your life.
May you dwell in the place He has prepared for you.
May you be one who overcomes and is a pillar in the temple of God.
The Randalls 
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