Christian Worship ‎#552

552. The King of Love my Shepherd Is

1 The King of love my shepherd is,
whose goodness fails me never;
I nothing lack if I am his,
and he is mine forever.

2 Where streams of living water flow,
my Savior gently leads me,
and where the verdant pastures grow,
with food celestial feeds me.

3 Perverse and foolish oft I strayed,
but yet in love he sought me,
and on his shoulder gently laid
and home, rejoicing, brought me.

4 In death's dark vale I fear no ill
with you, dear Lord, beside me,
your rod and staff my comfort still,
your cross before to guide me.

5 You spread a table in my sight,
a banquet here bestowing;
your oil of welcome, my delight;
my cup is overflowing!

6 And so through all the length of days
your goodness fails me never;
Good Shepherd, may I sing your praise
within your house forever!

Text Information

• First Line: The King of love my shepherd is
• Title: The King of Love my Shepherd Is
• Author: Henry W. Baker, 1821-1877 (alt.)
• Meter: 87 87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2021
• Scripture:
  Psalm 23
  ;
  John 10:11
  ;
  Luke 15:4-7
  ;
  Revelation 7:17
• Topic: Good Shepherd
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: ST. COLUMBA
• Meter: 87 87
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Irish, 18th cent.; Setting: The English Hymnal, 1906, alt.
• Copyright: Public Domain