Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me. Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me.
Psalm 23:4
Words: John C. Bieri, 1923. Parting message of Mrs. John Bieri, who took her flight to a higher and better world on Friday, July the 20th, 1923.
Publication specifics are unknown. The score does not show a page/song number, suggesting it may not have been part of a larger collection (a private printing, perhaps?).
Music: Visalia Anna Hatton, 1923 (🔊 pdf nwc).
If you know where to get a good photo of Hatton (head & shoulders, at least 200×300 pixels),
This is where the Lord Christ conquers,
He gives to me His perfect peace.
I am without both fear and doubt,
I have deep joy and sweet release.
I feel the prayers of many saints,
Sustain me in this trying hour.
This is the time my Lord divine,
Does manifest His keeping power.
I do not fear the valley’s depth,
I do not fear ’though it be night.
With Jesus near I need not fear,
For all is clear, and all is bright.
