This song is dedicated to Pastor Robert Carter of Staten Island, New York, who inspired the writing of this song when I used to be a Sunday School teacher in his church many years ago. He was the one who petitioned my family to stay here in America and also the one who officiated my wedding to my wonderful husband, Evan Copp. He has been such a friend and a blessing to my family growing up here in America. Praying for God’s continuous blessing in his life and the whole Carter family.
Chorus:
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Who watches over my soul
And feeds me God’s true word
Thanks, Oh, thanks
Thank the Lord for a pastor
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Verse 1:
Who loves the Lord with all his heart
Who cares for his sheep as Christ
for His church
Your faithfulness and sincerity
Are things that we believe in
Chorus:
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Who watches over my soul
And feeds me God’s true word
Thanks, Oh, thanks
Thank the Lord for a pastor
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Verse 2:
Who is not afraid to preach God’s word
Who takes the time to seek the Lord
To hear His voice and know His will
To lead us in the right way
Chorus:
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Who watches over my soul
And feeds me God’s true word
Thanks, Oh, thanks
Thank the Lord for a pastor
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Bridge:
God bless you, pastor
God bless your work
May God bless you in everything
Lengthen your days and give you strength
Give you His wisdom to make it through
Whatever comes your way
Chorus:
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Who watches over my soul
And feeds me God’s true word
Thanks, Oh, thanks
Thank the Lord for a pastor
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Coda:
Thank the Lord for a pastor
Thank the Lord for a pastor like you
Words and Music by Sheila Copp. Vocals and Band-In-A-Box arrangement by Sheila Copp. Copyright 2023.