Pray the Word with David Platt Shepherding Love (Genesis 48:15–16)
Feb 2, 2026
A reflection on God as shepherd across Scripture, focusing on Jacob's lifetime recognition of God's care. A call to pray for God’s shepherding over the next generation and those brought to faith. Connections drawn between Genesis and Psalm 23 highlighting God's provision, guidance, and protection. A specific prayer petition for the Shreemali Banya people of India.
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See Your Life As God’s Shepherding
- Jacob looks back and sees God's faithful shepherding through every life season, including his failures.
- David Platt invites listeners to recognize and thank God for specific ways He has led them throughout life.
Pause To Thank God For Specific Guidance
- Pause after listening and thank God for concrete ways He has shepherded you.
- Make this a brief practice to reframe your story around God's faithful leadership.
Pass The Shepherding Blessing Forward
- Jacob prays the same shepherding blessing over the next generation, showing spiritual leadership passes forward.
- Platt highlights this as a model for praying God's guidance over children and new believers.