Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal ‎#603

603. Christian, Seek Not Repose

1 Christian, seek not yet repose, Cast thy dreams of ease away;
Thou art in the midst of foes; Watch and pray!

2 Gird thy heavenly armor on, Wear it ever, night and day;
Ambushed lies the evil one; Watch and pray!

3 Hear the victors who o’ercame; Still they mark each warrior’s way;
All with one sweet voice exclaim: “Watch and pray!”

4 Hear, above all, hear thy Lord, Him thou lovest to obey;
Hide within thy heart His word; “Watch and pray!”

5 Watch, as if on that alone Hung the issue of the day;
Pray that help may be sent down; Watch and pray!

Text Information

• First Line: Christian, seek not yet repose
• Title: Christian, Seek Not Repose
• Author: Charlotte Elliott (1789-1871) (1839)
• Meter: 7.7.7.3.
• Publication Date: 1985
• Scripture:
  Matthew 26:41
• Topic: Christan Life: Watchfulness

Tune Information

• Name: VIGILATE (Monk)
• Composer: William H. Monk (1823-1889) (1868)
• Meter: 7.7.7.3.
• Incipit: 33436 65333 3342
• Key: A♭ Major