The Blessing of the Rod and Staff

Bless you, little lamb.No need to fear evil,Your shepherd is with you. May His rod and staff comfort you. Even in the darkest valleyYou need not be afraid becauseThe Lord, the Shepherd, is strong and tender. See that rod? No wolf can survive its blow..See that staff? No lamb can wander from its crook. When the valleys are lowestAnd the shadows are darkest,Your shepherd is most wide-eyed—Most ready—To draw you near with His staffAnd to repel the predator with His rod. So, fear not little lamb.The Good Shepherd, Jesus, Is not willing for you to get lostAnd He is not willing for the devil to win. May His rod and staff comfort you.