As faithful shepherds of the Lord

Verse 1

As faithful shepherds of the Lord Must we accounted be, Who minister and teach the word With real sincerity.

Verse 2

No more the Lord himself requests Than to be just and true, And ever act as for the best As far as we do know.

Verse 3

Though we are oft reproach'd & blam'd When we do as we ought, But O! the truth can ne'er be sham'd Or to dishonor brought.

Verse 4

Our thoughts and actions all are known, To him who judgeth right; The Lord who knows whate'er is done Brings all things to the light.

Verse 5

O let us then with patience wait! And watch with humble pray'r, Till God, whose ways are just and straight, In righteousness appear.