11/02/2025
This is one of my favorite versions of Psalm 23. It takes me back to my teenage years when I would sing this, standing next to my mother, in the church choir.
Brother James’ Air (Psalm 23)
The Lord's my Shepherd, I'll not want.
He makes me down to lie
In pastures green; He leadeth me
The quiet waters by.
He leadeth me, He leadeth me,
the quiet waters by.
My soul He doth restore again;
And me to walk doth make
Within the paths of righteousness,
Ee'n for His own Name's sake.
Within the paths of righteousness,
Ee'n for His own Name's sake.
Yea, though I pass through shadows death,
Yet will I fear no ill;
For Thou art with me; and Thy rod
And staff me comfort still.
Thy rod and staff they comfort still
They comfort still.
My table Thou hast furnishd
In presence of my foes;
My head with oil thou dost anoint,
And my cup overflows.
My head thou dost with oil anoint,
And my cup overflows.
Goodness and mercy all my days
Will surely follow me;
And in my father's heart alway
My dwelling place shall be.
Music by James L, Macbeth Bain (1890)
Lyrics by King David (1000 B.C.)
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The Lord doesn’t rush us; He leads us gently.
Through the noise, the fatigue, the heartache, His voice still says,
“Rest here a while, I’m with you.”
Take a moment to rest in His grace today. 🌿
Brother James Air - Canterbury Cathedral Choristers
