Because the Lord is My Shepherd

[Intro]
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[Verse 1]
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Because the Lord is my shepherd,
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I have everything I need.
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He lets me rest in the meadow
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And leads me to be quiet streams.
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He restores my soul
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And he leads me in the paths that are right:

[Chorus]
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Lord, You are my shepherd,
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You are my friend.
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I want to follow always,
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Just to follow my friend.

[Verse 2]
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And when the road leads to darkness,
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I shall walk there unafraid.
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Even when death is close I have courage,
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For your help is there.
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You are close beside me with comfort,
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You are guiding my way:

[Verse 3]
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In love you make me a banquet
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For my enemies to see.
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You make me welcome,
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Pouring down honor from your Mighty hand;
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And this Joy fills me with gladness,
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It is too much to bear:

[Verse 4]
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Your goodness always is with me
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And your mercy I know.
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Your loving kindness strengthens me
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Always as I go through life.
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I shall dwell in your presence forever,
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Giving praise to your name: