Lutheran Book of Worship ‎#456

456. The King of Love My Shepherd Is

1 The King of love my shepherd is,
Whose goodness faileth never;
I nothing lack if I am his.
And he is mine forever.

2 Where streams of living water flow,
My ransomed soul he leadeth
And, where the verdant pastures grow,
With food celestial feedeth.

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 thee, dear Lord, beside me,
Thy rod and staff my comfort still;
Thy cross before to guide me.

5 Thou spreadst a table in my sight;
Thine unction grace bestoweth;
And oh, what transport of delight
From thy pure chalice floweth!

6 And so, through all the length of days,
Thy goodness faileth never.
Good Shepherd, may I sing thy praise
Within thy 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
• Meter: 87 87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1978
• Topic: Trust, Guidance; Easter 4 (Year A); Comfort and Rest; Death; Pilgrimage

Tune Information

• Name: ST. COLUMBA
• Meter: 87 87
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Irish