
Author: Jane E. Leeson, 1809-1881; Jonathan Whittemore, 1802-1860 Hymnal: Christian Worship #757 (2021) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Topics: Home and Education Lyrics: 1 Gracious Savior, gentle Shepherd,
children all are dear to you;
may your loving arms enfold them
in your care their whole life through.
By your tending and protecting
keep them safe in all they do.
2 Tender Shepherd, never leave them,
never let them go astray;
by your warning love directed,
may they walk the narrow way.
Thus direct them, thus defend them
lest they fall an easy prey.
3 By your holy Word instruct them,
fill their minds with heav'nly light;
by your pow'rful grace convince them
always to approve what's right.
Let them feel your yoke is easy,
let them find your burden light.
4 Taught to love the holy praises
which on earth your children sing,
with their lips and hearts, sincerely,
glad thank-off'rings may they bring,
then with all the saints in glory
join to praise their Lord and King. Scripture: Isaiah 40:11 Languages: English Tune Title: SIEH, HIER BIN ICH
Gracious Savior, Gentle Shepherd