Tender Shepherd, El Shaddai

Uses: Christ the Shepherd, General

Scripture: Psalm 23; Isaiah 66:10-13

Comforting words adapted from the Psalms display the tenderness and nurturing leadership of Christ, the Good Shepherd. Using theHebrew name, El Shaddai (the God who supplies our needs), the text reminds us of God's provision for our life. God desires to bless and give us an abundant life and the lush musical substance of this choral ballad helps connectthis promise to the heart of the listener.