"I Will Take You by the Hand and Keep You" is the eighth episode of the third season of the American dark comedy crime television series The Righteous Gemstones.
It was released on HBO on July 30, 2023, and also was available on Max on the same date, airing back-to-back with the follow-up episode, "Wonders That Cannot Be Fathomed, Miracles That Cannot Be Counted".
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.227 million household viewers and gained a 0.07 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
Jesse (Danny McBride), Kelvin (Adam DeVine) and Judy (Edi Patterson) reunite with their families at the hospital.
Forced to take the militia out of the compound, Peter (Steve Zahn) has his authority questioned by some of his men, as they feel he has no plan.
The episode was written by Scott MacArthur, series creator Danny McBride, and main cast member Edi Patterson, and directed by executive producer Jody Hill.
Club gave the episode an "A" grade and wrote, "'I Will Take You By The Hand And Keep You' reaches some of the series' highest highs, with the performances, music, and direction reveling in a new normal for the family.
"[5] Scott Tobias of Vulture gave the episode a 4 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "There hasn't been enough Baby Billy this season, but Walton Goggins certainly makes every second count.
"[7] Hawk Ripjaw of TV Obsessive wrote, "The Righteous Gemstones is one of my favorite comedies, but what really makes it sing is the dramatic and emotional moments that give our characters depth.