The New Christian Hymnal ‎#322a

322a. Am I a Soldier of the Cross?

1. Am I a soldier of the cross-
A follow'r of the Lamb?
And shall I fear to own His cause,
Or blush to speak His Name?

Chorus:
In the Name of Christ the King,
Who hath purchased life for me,
Thro' grace I'll win the promised crown,
Whate'er my cross may be.

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? [Chorus]

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? [Chorus]

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

Text Information

• First Line: Am I a soldier of the cross
• Title: Am I a Soldier of the Cross?
• Author: Isaac Watts, 1674-1748 (1724)
• Refrain First Line: In the Name of Christ the King
• Meter: C M
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1929
• Topic: The Christian Life: Warfare
• Copyright: © 1918, Renewal. Hope Publishing Co., owner
• Notes: Now Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: [Am I a soldier of the cross]
• Composer: Ira D. Sankey
• Key: D Major
• Copyright: © 1918, Renewal. Hope Publishing Co. Owner
• Notes: Now Public Domain