Because the Lord Is My Shepherd Lyrics

Because the Lord is my shepherd,
I have everything I need.
He lets me rest in the meadow
And leads me to be quiet streams.
He restores my soul
And he leads me in the paths that are right:

Lord,
You are my shepherd,
You are my friend.
I want to follow always,
Just to follow my friend.

And when the road leads to darkness,
I shall walk there unafraid.
Even when death is close I have courage,
For your help is there.
You are close beside me with concert,
You are guiding my way:

Lord,
You are my shepherd,
You are my friend.
I want to follow always,
Just to follow my friend.

In love you make me a banquet
For my enemies to see.
You make me welcome,
Pouring down honor from your Mighty hand;
And this Joy fills me with gladness,
It is too much to bear:

Lord,
You are my shepherd,
You are my friend.
I want to follow always,
Just to follow my friend.

Your goodness always is with
And your mercy I know.
Your loving and kindness strengthens me
Always as I go through life.
I shall dwell in your presence forever,
Giving praises to your name:

Lord,
You are my shepherd,
You are my friend.
I want to follow always,
Just to follow my friend.