Author: Alexander Mack Sr.; Ora W. Graber Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8 Appears in 3 hymnals Topics: Lent First Line: “Count well the cost,” Christ Jesus says Lyrics: 1 “Count well the cost,” Christ Jesus says, “when you lay the foundation.” Are you resolved, though all seem lost, to risk your reputation, your self, your wealth, for Christ the Lord, as you now give your solemn word? 2 Into Christ’s death be buried now ... Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39 Used With Tune: MACH’S MIT MIR / EISENACH Text Sources: “Überschlag die Kost,” Geistreiches Gesang-Buch…, 1720; trans. Ora W. Graber (USA), European Origins of the Brethren, 1958, alt.
Count Well the Cost