This Psalm 23 litany is designed to be read by people from three different generations—whether from the same family or from different families. It provides a low-stress way for people of all ages to participate in the worship service. This litany would also be a beautiful addition to a family reunion, funeral, or even a wedding.
The three parts are indicated like this:
Gen 1 = first generation person
Gen 2 = second generation person
Gen 3 = third generation person
Gen 1: Psalm 23. The LORD is my shepherd.
Gen 2: The LORD is my shepherd.
Gen 3: The LORD is my shepherd.
Gen 1: I shall not be in want.
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Gen 2: He makes me lie down in green pastures.
Gen 3: He leads me beside quiet waters.
Gen 1: He restores my soul.
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Gen 2: He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Gen 1: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil.
Gen 3: For you are with me.
Gen 2: Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
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Gen 1: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.
Gen 3: You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Gen 2: Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life.
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Gen 3: And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Gen 2: And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Gen 1: And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
