4493. Now Be the Gospel Banner

1. Now be the Gospel banner
In every land unfurled,
And be the shout, Hosanna!
Re-echoed through the world;
Till every isle and nation,
Till every tribe and tongue,
Receive the great salvation,
And join the happy throng.

2. What though the embattled legions,
Of earth and hell combine,
His arm throughout their regions
Shall soon resplendent shine;
Ride on, O Lord, victorious,
Immanuel, Prince of Peace,
Thy triumph shall be glorious,
Thy empire still increase.

3. Yes, Thou shalt reign forever,
O Jesus, King of kings,
Thy light, Thy love, Thy favor,
Each ransomed captive sings;
The isles for Thee are waiting,
The deserts learn Thy praise;
The hills and valleys greeting,
The song responsive raise.

Text Information
First Line: Now be the Gospel banner
Title: Now Be the Gospel Banner
Author: Thomas Hastings (1828)
Meter: 76.76 D
Language: English
Copyright: Public Domain
Notes: Alternate tune: ST. EDITH, Justin H. Knecht, 1799, & Edward Husband, 1871
Tune Information
Name: MENDEBRAS
Composer: Lowell Mason (1839)
Meter: 76.76 D
Incipit: 12333 21215 13555
Key: F Major
Copyright: Public Domain



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