Author: Sabine Baring-Gould (1834-1924) Hymnal: Hymns of Glory, Songs of Praise #514 (2008) Meter: 6.5.6.5 D with refrain Scripture: Psalm 20:5 Lyrics: 1 Onward! Christian soldiers,
marching as to war,
with the cross of Jesus
going on before.
Christ, the royal Master
leads against the foe;
forward into battle,
see! his banners go:
[Refrain:]
Onward! Christian soldiers,
marching as to war,
with the cross of Jesus
going on before.
2 At the sign of triumph
Satan's legions flee;
on then, Christian soldiers,
on to victory!
Hell's foundations quiver
at the shout of praise;
lift your hearts and voices,
loud your anthems raise: [Refrain]
3 Crown and thrones may perish,
kingdoms rise and wane,
but the Church of Jesus
constant will remain;
gates of hell can never
'gainst that Church prevail;
we have Christ's own promise,
and that cannot fail: [Refrain]
4 Onward, then, you people,
join our happy throng;
blend with ours your voices
in the triumph song:
'Glory, laud, and honour,
unto Christ the King!'
This through countless ages
we with angels sing: [Refrain] Topics: Life in Christ Our Response to Christ - In Discipleship; Church images of; Conflict; Jesus cross; Victory Languages: English Tune Title: ST. GERTRUDE
Onward! Christian soldiers