Author: Edward J. Armstrong Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 3 hymnals First Line: Ere the tide of life is ebbing Refrain First Line: Christ is ever kind and tender Lyrics: 1 Ere the tide of life is ebbing,
Ere its sands are running low,
Turn we now to Christ our Savior,
That His peace we here may know.
Refrain:
Christ is ever kind and tender,
He will guard us, He will save;
Let us never from Him wander,
For His life for us He gave.
2 Then, dear Shepherd, close unfold us
In Thy constant, loving care;
We are poor, and weak, and sinful,
Keep us safe from every snare. [Refrain]
3 Death may daily watch our footsteps,
Life may swiftly steal away,
But we know our God will guide us
Through the night to endless day. [Refrain] Used With Tune: SOLEDAD Text Sources: Heart and Voice by William F. Sherwin (Cincinnati: John Church, 1881)
Christ Is Kind And Tender