HYMN #1153 SSS #1153 • SS&S Meter: 8.5. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #1153: Jesus is our Shepherd

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

1

Jesus is our Shepherd, wiping every tear;
Folded in His bosom, what have we to fear!
Only let us follow whither He doth lead,
To the thirsty desert, or the dewy mead.

2

Jesus is our Shepherd: well we know His voice,
How its gentlest whisper makes our heart rejoice;
Even when He chideth, tender is His tone:
None but He shall guide us; we are His alone,

3

Jesus is our Shepherd, for the sheep He bled;
Every lamb is sprinkled with the blood He shed;
Then on each He setteth His own secret sign:
They that have My Spirit, these, saith He, are Mine.

4

Jesus is our Shepherd; guarded by His arm,
Though the wolves may ravin, none can do us harm:
When we tread death’s valley, dark with fearful gloom,
We will fear no evil, victors o’er the tomb.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Jesus is our Shepherd"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #1153 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 4 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: 8.5.
Stanza Structure: 4 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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