Author: E. E. Hewitt Hymnal: Williston Hymns #176 (1917) First Line: Forward, forward! There's a work to do Refrain First Line: Forward, while the bells of peace are ringing Lyrics: 1 Forward, forward! There’s a work to do;
Work that calls for valiant hearts, steady hands and true;
Forward, forward! Trusting in His name,
Who to rescue fallen souls, down from heaven came.
Refrain:
Forward, while the bells of peace are ringing,
Forward, while the gospel trumpet calls;
Forward, forward, forward! bravely singing,
Till we join the song beyond the jasper walls.
2 Forward, forward! Lift the standard high;
Blessed banner of the cross, victory is nigh;
Forward, forward! In our Savior’s might,
Overcoming ill with good, scattering the night. [Refrain]
3 Forward, forward! Go in tender love,
Speaking helpful words of cheer, pointing souls above;
Forward, forward! Ring it out anew,
There are starry crowns to win, there’s a work to do. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Forward, forward! There’s a work to do]
Forward!