The New Church Hymnal ‎#203

203. Am I a Soldier of the Cross?

1 Am I a soldier of the cross,
A follow'r 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 flow'ry beds of ease,
While others fought to win the prize
And sailed thro' 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
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1976
• Topic: The Christian Life: Christian Warfare; Trials

Tune Information

• Name: ARLINGTON
• Composer: Thomas A. Arne
• Key: G Major