Psalms 23:4 A. One of the most dangerous of all valleys or gorges in Palestine was one just east of Jerusalem, between Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, it was called the Shadow of Death Valley. It was very rough, if you missed you step on the sides of this gorge, you were a goner, and in addition there were in the days of David an extra number of wild beasts in that section. B. This phrases speaks of going into the valley of a threatening situation, one lined with dangers and predators. C. Notice the word “ through” . We like this Psalms when sick, but one of these times we will be called to “ go through” and not just “ into” the valley of shadow of death. D. “ Rod and Staff” The club and crook, they give comfort to the sheep. 1) The club for fighting off wild beasts. 2) The staff was for rescuing the sheep when he fell into some ditch and for prodding him along in the right direction.