Laudes Domini: a selection of spiritual songs ancient and modern 900. The Son of God goes forth to war

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Laudes Domini‎#900

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Text:

The Martyr-spirit

1 The Son of God goes forth to war,
A kingly crown to gain;
His blood-red banner streams afar:
Who follows in his train?

2 Who best can drink his cup of woe,
And triumphant over pain,
Who patient bears his cross below--
He follows in his train.

3 A glorious band, the chosen few,
On whom the spirit came:
Twelve valiant saints, their hope they knew,
And mocked the cross and flame.

4 They climbed the dizzy ascent of heaven
Through peril, toil, and pain:
O God! to us may grace be given
To follow in their train!

Text Information
First Line:	The Son of God goes forth to war
Title:	The Martyr-spirit
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1884
Topic:	Activity; Christians: Duties; Church: Work of (7 more...)
Notes:	Public Domain