The Cyber Hymnal ‎#4493

4493. Now Be the Gospel Banner

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

2. What though the embattled legions,
Of earth and hell combine,
His arm throughout their regions
Shall soon resplendent 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 (1828)
• Meter: 76.76 D
• Language: English
• Copyright: Public Domain
• Notes: Alternate tune: ST. EDITH, Justin H. Knecht, 1799, & Edward Husband, 1871

Tune Information

• Name: MENDEBRAS
• Composer: Lowell Mason (1839)
• Meter: 76.76 D
• Incipit: 12333 21215 13555
• Key: F Major
• Copyright: Public Domain