632. Am I a Soldier of the Cross

1 Am I a soldier of the cross,
a follower of the Lamb?
And shall I fear to own His cause,
or blush to speak His name?

2 Must I be carried to the skies
on flowery beds of ease,
while others fought to win the prize,
and sailed through bloody seas?

3 Are there no foes for me to face?
Must I not stem the flood?
Is this vile world a friend to grace,
to help me on to God?

4 Sure, I must fight if I would reign;
increase my courage, Lord!
I'll bear the toil, endure the pain,
supported by Thy Word.

Text Information
First Line: Am I a soldier of the cross
Title: Am I a Soldier of the Cross
Author: Isaac Watts (1721-24)
Meter: CM
Language: English
Publication Date: 2010
Scripture:
Topic: The Church on Mission: Perserverance; Courage; Perseverance
Tune Information
Name: ARLINGTON
Composer: Thomas A. Arne (1762)
Arranger: Ralph Harrison (1784)
Meter: CM
Key: D Major



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