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| CXCVI | A Selection of Hymns#CXCVII | CXCVIII |
1 While my redeemer's near,
My shepherd and my guide,
I bid farewell to anxious fear,
My wants are all supply'd.
2 To ever-fragrant meads,
Where rich abundance grows,
His gracious hand indulgent leads,
And guards my sweet repose.
3 Along the lovely scene
Cool waters gently roll,
And kind refreshment smiles serene,
To cheer my fainting soul.
4 Here let my spirit rest;
How sweet a lot is mine!
With pleasure, food, and safety blest;
Beneficence divine!
5 Dear shepherd, if I stray,
My wandering feet restore;
To thy fair pastures guide my way,
And let me rove no more.
6 Unworthy as I am,
Of thy protecting care,
Jesus, I plead thy gracious name,
For all my hopes are there.
| Text Information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | While my redeemer's near |
| Title: | Shepherd |
| Author: | Steele |
| Meter: | Sevens |
| Language: | English |
| Publication Date: | 1792 |
| Scripture: | |
| Topic: | Characters and Representations of Christ: Shepherd; Christ: Shepherd |
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