Ortega was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico near the banks of the Rio Grande. He started learning piano at eight years of age. Through his father's work with the United States Department of State, he also spent time in Ecuador and Barbados. It is from his heritage and classical training at The University of New Mexico where Ortega derives his sound, embracing country, classical, Celtic, Latin American, world, modern folk, and rustic hymnody. Fernando Ortega currently leads worship at Christ the King Anglican Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
His album Storm reached No. 197 on the Billboard 200 in 2002, and Christmas Songs reached No. 36 on the Billboard Christmas Album Chart in 2009.
Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us
Fernando Ortega Lyrics
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Much we need thy tender care
In thy pleasant pastures feed us
For our use thy folds prepare
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus
Though hast bought us,
Thine we are
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus
Thine we are
The lyrics of Fernando Ortega's song "Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us" speaks of the relationship between Jesus and his followers. It portrays Jesus as a shepherd who guides his sheep through life's journey. The song begins with the plea for Jesus to lead the way and take care of His followers who need his guidance and tender care. The lyrics describe the pastures as pleasant and ask Jesus to prepare a fold for them. This mentions the hope of eternal life with Jesus.
The chorus of the song, "Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus thou hast bought us thine we are" carries an enlightening message. It reminds followers of the sacrifice Jesus made by dying for them on the cross, and that as a result, they belong to Him. The lyrics emphasize the importance of submitting to Jesus as their savior and recognize that without Him as their shepherd, their journey will not be complete.
Overall, the song displays the importance of faith in Jesus and the necessity of allowing him to lead and guide through life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Saviour, like a shepherd lead us
Dear Savior, please guide us and show us the way like a kind shepherd does for his sheep
Much we need thy tender care
We are in great need of your gentle and compassionate attention
In thy pleasant pastures feed us
Treat us to the pleasantness and abundance of your blessings and guidance
For our use thy folds prepare
Provide us a safe haven where we may find comfort and security
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus
Jesus, who is deserving of our highest appreciation and gratitude
Though hast bought us, Thine we are
We belong to you, for you have paid the highest price for us with your sacrificial love
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus
Jesus, who is deserving of our highest appreciation and gratitude
Though hast bought us, Thine we are
We belong to you, for you have paid the highest price for us with your sacrificial love
Contributed by Brayden S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Janice Bultman Bogott
on Into Your Presence
Is there anywhere I can get the sheet music for piano for this song? I just love it!!