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CCCXLI. The goodness of God acknowledged in giving pastors after his own heart

1 Shepherd of Israel, thou dost keep
With constant care thy humble sheep;
By thee inferior pastors rise
To feed our souls,and bless our eyes.

2 To all thy churches such impart,
Model'd by thy own gracious heart;
Whose courage, watchfulness, and love,
Men may attest, and God approve.

3 Fed by their active tender care,
Healthful may all thy sheep appear,
And, by their fair example led,
The way to Zion's pastures tread.

4 Here hast thou listen'd to our vows,
And scatter'd blessings on thy house;
Thy saints are succour'd, and no more
As sheep without a guide deplore.

5 Completely heal each former stroke,
And bless the shepherd and the flock;
confirm the hopes thy mercies raise,
And own this tribute of our praise.

Text Information

• First Line: Shepherd of Israel, thou dost keep
• Title: The goodness of God acknowledged in giving pastors after his own heart
• Meter: L. M.
• Publication Date: 1799
• Scripture:
  Jeremiah 3:15
• Topic: Ordination

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