The Celebration Hymnal ‎#728

728. 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: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1997
• Topic: Walking with God: Spiritual Conflict and Victory

Tune Information

• Name: ARLINGTON
• Composer: Thomas A. Arne
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: D♭ Major