Guardian of thy helpless sheep,
by Joseph Hart·1814·Meter 7.6.7
Based on Mark 4:15-20; John 4:36
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Guardian of thy helpless sheep,
Jesus, almighty Lord,
Help our heedful hearts to keep
The treasure of thy word;
Let not Satan steal what's sown;
Bid it bring forth precious fruit;
Thou canst soften hearts of stone,
And make thy word take root.