GC 635 - Public Domain
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Verse 1
The King of love my shepherd is,
Whose goodness fails me never;
I nothing lack if I am his,
And he is mine for ever.
Verse 2
Where streams of living water flow
My ransomed soul he's leading,
And where the verdant pastures grow
With food celestial feeding.
Verse 3
Confused and foolish oft I strayed,
But yet in love he sought me;
And on his shoulder gently laid,
And home, rejoicing, brought me.
Verse 4
In death's dark vale I fear no ill
With you, dear Lord, beside me,
Your rod and staff my comfort still,
Your cross before to guide me.
Verse 5
You spread a table in my sight;
Your saving grace bestowing;
And O what transport of delight
From your pure chalice flowing!
Verse 6
And so through all the length of days
Your goodness fails me never;
Good Shepherd, may I sing your praise
Within your house for ever.
Text: Psalm 23; Henry W. Baker, 1821-1877, alt.