Celebrating Grace Hymnal ‎#64

64. The King of Love My Shepherd Is

1 The King of love my Shepherd is,
whose goodness faileth never;
I nothing lack if I am His
and He is mine forever.

2 Where streams of living water flow,
my ransomed soul He leadeth,
and, where the verdant pastures grow,
with food celestial feedeth.

3 Perverse and foolish, oft I strayed,
but yet in love He sought me,
and on His shoulder gently laid,
and home, rejoicing, brought me.

4 In death's dark vale I fear no ill
with Thee, dear Lord, beside me;
Thy rod and staff my comfort still,
Thy cross before to guide me.

5 And so through all the length of days
Thy goodness faileth never:
good Shepherd, may I sing Thy praise
within Thy house forever.

Text Information

• First Line: The King of love my Shepherd is
• Title: The King of Love My Shepherd Is
• Author: Henry W. Baker (1868)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2010
• Scripture:
  Psalm 23
• Topic: God the Father: Sustainer; Assurance; Comfort; God-Providence

Tune Information

• Name: ST. COLUMBA
• Meter: 8.7.8.7
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Irish melody
• Notes: Lower key, #469