425    S.M.     J. Stevens
Following Christ. Matt. 16. 24; 3. 13; Mark 1. 9

1 With pleasure we behold
  Immanuel’s offspring come;
  As sheep are gathered to the fold,
  And left no more to roam.

2 The way the Shepherd trod
  They freely choose to go;
  Moved by the powerful love of God,
  They leave this world below.

3 This watery path they own;
  Their Saviour’s cross they view;
  And resting on his blood alone,
  By faith they journey through.

4 Among the flock they rest,
  In pastures fresh and green;
  With peace and safety ever blest,
  And pleasures all serene.