Good Shepherd

In pastures of tender grass,
Beside waters of quietness
Thou resteth my soul.

In paths of beauty
Where only Thou couldst be,
Thou walketh beside me.

Though shadows of adversity
Should stalk my path
No evil can befall,
For Thou are ever with me.

In the midst of crowds,
Confusion, or misunderstandings,
Thou anointest me with peace;
My cup of gratitude runneth over.

So Thou are ever
Within the castle of my soul,
For Thy love and mercy
Endureth forever,
Good Shepherd.