Author: W. A. Ogden Hymnal: Northfield Hymnal #145 (1904) First Line: Like sheep in the desert we’re straying Refrain First Line: Return, return, return, O hear the shepherd's cry Lyrics: 1 Like sheep in the desert we’re straying
O’er mountains wild and bare,
Away from the fold of the Shepherd,
And from His tender care.
Refrain:
Return, return, return!
O hear the Shepherd’s cry;
Return, return, return!
For why will ye die?
2 In tones that are gentle and pleading,
We hear Him kindly say,
“Come hither, my sheep that have wandered
From me so far away.” [Refrain]
3 Oh, heed the sweet voice of the Shepherd,
“Return ye to the fold,
Come dwell with my flock safely guarded
From danger, storm, and cold.” [Refrain] Topics: Invitation; Shepherd Tune Title: [Like sheep in the desert we’re straying]
The shepherd's cry