Baptist Hymnal 2008 ‎#372

372. Am I a Soldier of the Cross

1 Am I a soldier of the cross,
A foll'wer of the Lamb?
And shall I fear to own His cause,
Or blush to speak His name?

2 Must I be carried to the skies
On flow'ry beds of ease
While others fought to win the prize
And sailed thro' bloody seas?

3 Are there no foes for me to face?
Must I not stem the flood?
Is this vile world a friend to grace
To help me on to God?

4 Sure I must fight if I would reign;
Increase my courage, Lord!
I'll bear the toil, endure the pain,
Supported by Thy Word.

Text Information

• First Line: Am I a Soldier of the cross
• Title: Am I a Soldier of the Cross
• Author: Isaac Watts
• Meter: 8.6.8.6.(C.M.)
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2008
• Topic: Legacy, Faithfulness

Tune Information

• Name: ARLINGTON
• Composer: Thomas A. Arne
• Arranger: Ralph Harrison
• Meter: 8.6.8.6.(C.M.)
• Key: F Major