The Minstrel of Zion ‎#181b

181b. Christian soldier

1 Oh, when shall I see Jesus,
And dwell with him above,
To drink the flowing fountains
Of everlasting love?
When shall I be deliver'd
From this vain world of sin?
And with my blessed Jesus,
Drink endless pleasures in?

2 But now I am a soldier,
My captain's gone before,
He's given me my orders
And tells me not to fear;
And if I hold out faithful,
A crown of life he'll give,
And all his valiant soldiers
Eternal life shall have.

3 Through grace I am determined
To conquer though I die;
And then away to Jesus,
On wings of love I'll fly:
Farewell to sin and sorrow,
I bid them all adieu;
And you, my friends, prove faithful,
And on your way pursue.

4 And if you meet with troubles
And trials on the way,
Then cast your care on Jesus,
And don't forget to pray.
Gird on the heavenly armour
Of faith, and hope, and love,
And when your race is ended,
You'll reign with him above.

5 Oh! do not be discouraged,
For Jesus is your Friend;
And if you lack for knowledge,
He'll not refuse to lend;
Neither will he upbraid you,
Though often you request,
He'll give you grace to conquer,
And take you home to rest.

Text Information

• First Line: Oh! when shall I see Jesus
• Title: Christian soldier
• Publication Date: 1845

Tune Information

• Name: CHRISTIAN SOLDIER
• Composer: Mozart
• Meter: P. M.
• Key: F Major or modal