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The Shepherd Song

By Mississippi Children's Choir

1,457 views Jul 13, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

The Mississippi Children's Choir sings a gentle but convicting song based on the metaphor of Jesus as the Good Shepherd. The lyrics challenge listeners who claim to belong to Christ yet fail to obey His commands. The song emphasizes that true followers hear the Shepherd's voice and respond by caring for the sick, welcoming strangers, clothing the naked, and loving even enemies. It calls for authentic discipleship that matches words with actions, echoing Jesus' teachings in the Gospels about loving God and neighbor.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

CHORUS

You say that you are my sheep,

why aren't you following me?

You say that I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?

My sheep hear my voice, they come running to me;

and you say I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?


VERSE 1

I told my sheep to visit the sick

and to take the stranger in.

When you see someone who's naked,

use your wool to cover their skin;

and you say I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?


You say that you are my sheep,

why aren't you following me?

You say that I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?

My sheep hear my voice, they come running to me;

and you say I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?



VERSE 2

I told my sheep to love one another,

even your enemies too;

but you have love for only those

who have that love for you.

And you say I am your shepherd;

why aren't you following me?


You say that you are my sheep,

why aren't you following me?

You say that I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?

My sheep hear my voice, they come running to me;

and you say I am your shepherd,

why aren't you following me?


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