Where He Leads I’ll Follow

By William A. Ogden

Lyrics

1. Sweet are the promises,
Kind is the word,
Dearer far than any message man ever heard;
Pure was the mind of Christ,
Sinless I see;
He the great example is, and pattern for me.
Chorus:
Where He leads I’ll follow,
Follow all the way.
Where He leads I’ll follow,
Follow Jesus ev’ry day.
2. Sweet is the tender love
Jesus hath shown,
Sweeter far than any love that mortals have known;
Kind to the erring one,
Faithful is He;
He the great example is, and pattern for me.
3. List' to His loving words,
“Come unto Me;”
Weary, heavy-laden, there is sweet rest for thee;
Trust in His promises,
Faithful and sure;
Lean upon the Savior, and thy soul is secure.

Bible Reference

Matthew 8:19–20; John 13:15; 1 Peter 2:21

About This Hymn

"Where He Leads I'll Follow" is a gospel hymn written by William Augustine Ogden in 1885. The hymn emphasizes the believer's commitment to following Christ's example and teachings. Its lyrics reflect on the sweetness of Jesus' promises and the call to discipleship, urging Christians to follow Jesus every day. The refrain, "Where He leads I'll follow," encapsulates the hymn's central message of obedience and trust in Christ's guidance.

Musically, the hymn is set to a tune also composed by Ogden, making it a cohesive piece that has been widely used in Christian worship settings. Over the years, "Where He Leads I'll Follow" has been included in numerous hymnals and continues to inspire believers to live lives of faithful discipleship.

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  • Category: Hymn
  • Author/Writer: William A. Ogden (1885)
  • Added: September 3, 2025
  • Last Updated: September 3, 2025
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