Author: Francis Pott Hymnal: Baptist Hymnal 1991 #172 (1991) Meter: Irregular Hymnal Title: Baptist Hymnal 1991 First Line: The strife Is o'er, the battle done Lyrics: 1. The strife is o'er, the battle done;
The victory of life is won;
The song of triumph has begun:
Alleluia!
2. The pow'rs of death have done their worst,
But Christ their legions has dispersed;
Let shout of holy joy outburst:
Alleluia!
3. The three sad days have quickly sped,
He rises glorious from the dead;
All glory to our risen Head:
Alleluia!
4. Lord, by the stripes which wounded Thee,
From death's dread sting Thy servants free,
That we may live and sing to Thee:
Alleluia! Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:17 Languages: English Tune Title: VICTORY
The Strife Is O'er