CPWI Hymnal ‎#508

508. A charge to keep I have

1 A charge to keep I have,
a God to glorify,
a never-dying soul to save,
and fit it for the sky.

2 To serve the present age,
my calling to fulfil,
O may it all my powers engage
to do my Master's will.

3 Arm me with watchful care,
as in thy sight to live;
and, O, thy servant, Lord, prepare
a good account to give.

4 Help me to watch and pray,
and on thyself rely;
and let me ne'er my trust betray,
but press to realms on high.

Text Information

• First Line: A charge to keep I have
• Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788
• Meter: S.M
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2010
• Scripture:
  Leviticus 8:35
  ;
  1 Timothy 6:14
• Topic: General Hymns: Service and Witness

Tune Information

• Name: GALWAY
• Composer: Edward Miller, 1735-1807
• Meter: S.M
• Key: F Major