Jesus, Shepherd

For Good Shepherd Sunday this weekend, to the tune of “Holy God, We Praise Thy Name” (GROSSER GOTT).

Jesus, shepherd of my soul,
through the dark I strive to see you;
keeper of the gate and fold,
other shepherds claim to be you.
Speak, true shepherd, loud and clear;
call me, Lord, that I may hear.

Let me follow where you guide;
light the way before and save me.
Let me kindly walk beside
each companion that you give me,
helping each to follow you.
Show the pathway straight and true.

Shepherd, tend my wayward heart:
I would give it you forever,
but I often rove apart.
Draw me back again, Lord, ever.
You have made and set me free:
Freely do I give you me.