The Hymnal ‎#362

362. Soldiers, who to Christ belong

1 Soldiers who to Christ belong,
Trust ye in His word, be strong;
For His promises are sure,
His rewards for aye endure.

2 His no crowns that pass away,
His no palm that sees decay,
His the joy that shall not fade,
His the light that knows no shade;

3 His the home for spirits blest,
Where He gives them peaceful rest,
Far above the starry skies,
In the bliss of Paradise.

4 Here on earth ye can but clasp
Things that perish in the grasp;
Lift your hearts, then, to the skies;
God Himself shall be your prize.

5 Praise we now with saints at rest
Father, Son, and Spirit blest;
For His promises are sure,
His rewards shall aye endure.

Text Information

• First Line: Soldiers, who to Christ belong
• Translator: Isaac Williams (1839)
• Author: Anonymous (1736)
• Publication Date: 1895
• Source: The Hymnary, 1872, recast; Breviary of Châlons-sur-Marne, 1736

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