
Author: Rev. Maltbie D. Babcock Meter: 2.10.10.10 Appears in 64 hymnals Topics: Young People's Day Lyrics: 1 Be strong!
We are not here to play, to dream, to drift;
We have hard work to do and loads to lift;
Shun not the struggle, face it, ’tis God’s gift.
2 Be strong!
Say not the days are evil— who’s to blame?
And fold the hands and acquiesce— O shame!
Stand up, speak out, and bravely, in God’s Name.
3 Be strong!
It matters not how deep intrenched the wrong,
How hard the battle goes, the day, how long;
Faint not, fight on! Tomorrow comes the song.
Amen. Used With Tune: SONG 24
Be strong!