I have to admit, I always wondered what this part of Psalm 23 meant. I thought โHe anoints my head with oilโ was figurative language for God keeping the Psalmist healthy. I never knew this parallel.
Anoint my head with oil
โSheep can get their head caught in briers and die trying to get untangled. There are horrid little flies that like to torment sheep by laying eggs in their nostrils which turn into worms and drive the sheep to beat their head against a rock, sometimes to death. Their ears and eyes are also susceptible to tormenting insects. So the shepherd anoints their whole head with oil. Then there is peace. That oil forms a barrier of protection against the evil that tries to destroy the sheep. Do you have times of mental torment? Do the worrisome thoughts invade your mind over and over? Do you beat your head against a wall trying to stop them? Have you ever asked God to anoint your head with oil? He has an endless supply! His oil protects and makes it possible for you to fix your heart, mind, and eyes on Him today and always! There is peace in the valley! May our good good Father anoint your head with oil today so that your cup overflows with blessings! God is good and He is faithful!!โ
A beautifully curated excerpt from the Akwasidae Festival USA, captured by @codyblanestudios. ๐ฌ๐ญ๐บ๐ธ
From the breathtaking drone shots to the intimate moments on the ground, the video beautifully captures the grandeur, culture, and spirit of the celebration.
Akwasidae USA 2026 will undoubtedly go down as one of the most historic African cultural festivals ever held in the United States. ๐โจ