Christian Endeavor Hymns ‎#181

181. For Christ and the Church

1 “For Christ and the Church” let our voices ring,
Let us honor the name of our own blessed King;
Let us work with a will in the strength of youth,
And loyally stand for the kingdom of truth.

Refrain:
For Christ our dear Redeemer,
For Christ who died to save;
For the Church His blood hath purchased;
Lord, make us pure and brave.

2 “For Christ and the Church” be our earnest pray’r,
Let us follow His banner, the cross daily bear;
Let us yield, wholly yield, to the Spirit’s pow’r,
And faithfully serve Him in life’s brightest hour. [Refrain]

3 “For Christ and the Church” willing offerings make,
Time and talents and gold for the dear Master’s sake;
We will render the best we can bring to Him,
The heart’s wealth of love, that will never grow dim. [Refrain]

4 “For Christ and the Church” let us cast aside,
By His conquering grace, chains of self, fear, and pride;
May our lives be enriched by an aim so grand;
Then happy the call to the Saviour’s right hand. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: "For Christ and the church," let our voices ring
• Title: For Christ and the Church
• Author: E. E. Hewitt
• Refrain First Line: For Christ our dear Redeemer
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1894
• Topic: Work

Tune Information

• Name: [“For Christ and the Church” let our voices ring]
• Composer: Wm. J. Kirkpatrick