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83. Like a Shepherd

1 He that guardeth Israel
Slumbers not, nor sleeps;
Over all who trust in Him
Faithful watch He keeps.

Chorus:
Like a shepherd He will guide,
And for all our wants provide;
Ever cool and pleasant fountains,
Leading us beside.

2 In the changing scenes of life,
Jesus still is near;
Soothing with His gentle voice
Ev'ry anxious fear. [Chorus]

3 Oh, the riches of His grace,
And His wondrous love;
Songs at night He giveth us,
Songs from Heav'n above. [Chorus]

4 He will lead us by His hand,
When this life is o'er;
To the vales of joy and peace,
On the homeland shore. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: He that guardeth Israel
Title: Like a Shepherd
Author: Julia Sterling
Refrain First Line: Like a shepherd He will guide
Language: English
Publication Date: 1908
Topic: Children; Shepherd
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [He that guardeth Israel]
Composer: H. P. Danks
Key: E♭ Major
Notes: Public Domain.



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