The New Christian Hymnal ‎#173

173. Now Be the Gospel Banner

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

2. What tho' th' embattled legions
Of earth and hell combine?
His pow'r, thoughout their regions,
Shall soon respendent 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 (1831)
• Meter: 7 6 7 6 D
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1929
• Topic: The Church; Means of Grace: Missions

Tune Information

• Name: SALVATORI
• Composer: Haydn (arr.)
• Meter: 7 6 7 6 D
• Incipit: 32112 23117 62171
• Key: G Major