Author: Isaac Watts; Thomas Sternhold Hymnal: The New Century Hymnal #247 (1995) Meter: 8.6.8.6 D Lyrics: 1 My shepherd is the living God,
I therefore nothing need;
In pastures fair, near pleasant streams
you settle me to feed.
You bring my wandering spirit back
when I forsake your ways,
And lead me for your mercy's sake
in paths of truth and grace.
2 When I walk through the shades of death,
your presence is my stay;
A word of your supporting breath
drives all my fears away.
Your hand, in sight of all my foes,
does still my table spread;
My cup with blessings overflows,
your oil anoints my head.
3 The sure provisions of my God
attend me all my days;
O may your house be my abode,
and all my work be praise.
There would I find a settled rest,
while others come and go -
No more a stranger or a guest,
but like a child at home.
Topics: Burial and Memorial; Easter Season; God The Shepherd; Psalm Paraphrases; Year A Lent 4; Year A Easter 4; Year B Easter 4; Year C Easter 4 Scripture: Psalm 23 Languages: English Tune Title: CONSOLATION
My Shepherd Is the Living God