The Good Shepherd

The Shepherd's Voice
By Larry Linville

The sheep knows the shepherd's voice.
It makes their trembling hearts rejoice.
They follow him every day
and know he won't lead them astray.
No matter how the time will pass
they know he'll lead them to fresh grass.
When everything in dryness seems
he always finds the coolest streams.
When danger lurks on every side
they know in safety they will abide.

A stranger's voice is not the same.
He doesn't even know their name.
When dangers come with all the strife
he runs away to save his life.
When in hunger they start to cry
he doesn't care if they live or die.
If they get lost or stray away
he's just there to collect his pay.
The stranger always fails the test
but the Good Shepherd gives his best.

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