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A Mighty Fortress

Author: Martin Luther; Frederic Henry Hedge Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 686 hymnals First Line: A mighty fortress is our God, A bulwark never failing (Hedge) Lyrics: 1 A mighty fortress is our God, a bulwark never failing; our helper he, amid the flood of mortal ills prevailing. For still our ancient foe does seek to work us woe; his craft and power are great, and armed with cruel hate, on earth is not his equal. 2 Did we in our own strength confide, our striving would be losing, were not the right Man on our side, the Man of God's own choosing. You ask who that may be? Christ Jesus, it is he; Lord Sabaoth his name, from age to age the same; and he must win the battle. 3 And though this world, with devils filled, should threaten to undo us, we will not fear, for God has willed his truth to triumph through us. The prince of darkness grim, we tremble not for him; his rage we can endure, for lo! his doom is sure; one little word shall fell him. 4 That Word above all earthly powers no thanks to them abideth; the Spirit and the gifts are ours through him who with us sideth. Let goods and kindred go, this mortal life also; the body they may kill: God's truth abideth still; his kingdom is forever! Psalter Hymnal, (Gray), 1987 Topics: Scripture Songs; Worship; Choir; Chorales; God the Father His Sovereignty; Warfare, Christian; liturgical Songs of Response; liturgical Closing Songs

God's Word Is Our Great Heritage

Author: Nikolai F. S. Grundtvig, 1783-1872; Ole G. Belsheim, 1861-1925 Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 23 hymnals Lyrics: God's word is our great heritage and shall be ours forever; to spread its light from age to age shall be our chief endeavor. Through life it guides our way; in death it is our stay. Lord, grant while time shall last your church may hold it fast throughout all generations. Topics: Word of God Used With Tune: EIN FESTE BURG

A safe stronghold our God is still

Author: Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881); Martin Luther (1483-1546) Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 69 hymnals Lyrics: 1 A safe stronghold our God is still, a trusty shield and weapon; he'll keep us clear from all the ill that hath us now o'ertaken. The ancient prince of hell hath risen with purpose fell; strong mail of craft and power he weareth in this hour; on earth is not his fellow. 2 With force of arms we nothing can, full soon were we down-ridden; but for us fights the proper Man, whom God himself hath bidden. Ask ye who is this same? Christ Jesus is his name, the Lord Sabaoth's Son; he, and no other one, shall conquer in the battle. 3 And were this world all devils o'er, and watching to devour us, we lay it not to heart so sore; they cannot overpower us. And let the prince of ill look grim as e'er he will, he harms us not a whit; for why? his doom is writ; a word shall quickly slay him. 4 God's word, for all their craft and force, one moment will not linger, but, spite of hell, shall have its course; 'tis written by his finger. And, though they take our life, goods, honour, children, wife, yet is their profit small; these things shall vanish all: the city of God remaineth. Topics: Life in Christ Christ Risen - Reign and Priesthood; Conflict; God Protection of; Victory Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8 Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG

Rejoice Today with One Accord

Author: Henry Williams Baker (1821-1877) Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 61 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Rejoice today with one accord, sing out with exultation; rejoice and praise our mighty Lord, whose arm hath brought salvation. His works of love proclaim the greatness of his name; for he is God alone, who hath his mercy shown: let all his saints adore him! 2 When in distress to him we cried he heard our sad complaining; O trust in him. what'er betide, his love is all-sustaining. Triumphant songs of praise to him our hearts shall raise: now every voice shall say, "O praise our God alway"; let all his saints adore him! Topics: Adoration; Faith/Trust; Praise of God; Trinity Scripture: Joshua 24:1-25 Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Author: Martin Luther, 1483-1546 Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 30 hymnals Lyrics: 1 A mighty fortress is our God, A trusty shield and weapon; He helps us free from ev'ry need That hath us now o'ertaken. The old evil foe Now means deadly woe; Deep guile and great might Are his dread arms in fight; On earth is not his equal. 2 With might of ours can naught be done, Soon were our loss effected; But for us fights the valiant One, Whom God himself elected. Ask ye, Who is this? Jesus Christ it is, Of sabaoth Lord, And there's none other God; He holds the field forever. 3 Though devils all the world should fill, All eager to devour us, We tremble not, we fear no ill, They shall not overpow'r us. This world's prince may still Scowl fierce as he will, He can harm us none, He's judged; the deed is done; One little word can fell him. 4 The Word they still shall let remain Nor any thanks have for it; He's by our side upon the plain With his good gifts and Spirit. And take they our life, Goods, fame, child, and wife, Though these all be gone, Our vict'ry has been won; The Kingdom ours remaineth. Topics: Burial; Church Triumphant; Communion of Saints; Reformation Day; The Church Militant; Trust Used With Tune: EIN FESTE BURG Text Sources: Tr. composite

A Mighty Fortress

Author: Martin Luther, 1483-1546 Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 17 hymnals First Line: A mighty fortress is our God Topics: Confidence; Faith; Power of God; Refuge; Salvation; Service Music for Mass Entrance Song (Gathering of Processional); Trust Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:9 Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG

God Is Our Fortress and Our Rock

Author: Martin Luther, 1483-1546; Michael Perry, b. 1942 Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 9 hymnals Topics: Comfort; Courage; Death; Faith; God the Father (Creator); Jesus Christ; Kingdom; Majesty and Power; Praise; Providence; Trust; Victory over Sin and Death; Word of God Scripture: Psalm 46 Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG

God Is Our Refuge and Our Strength

Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 4 hymnals Lyrics: 1 God is our refuge and our strength, a helper ever near us. We will not fear though earth be moved, for God is nigh to cheer us. Although the mountains quake and earth's foundations shake, though angry billows roar and break against the shore, our mighty God will hear us. 2 God's city is forever blest with living water welling; since God is there, she stands unmoved 'mid tumults round her swelling. God speaks and all is peace, from war the nations cease; the Lord of hosts is nigh. Our father's God Most High is our eternal dwelling. 3 Behold what God has done on earth; his wrath brings desolation. His grace, commanding wars to cease, brings peace in ev'ry nation. Be still, for he is Lord, by all the earth adored; the Lord of hosts is nigh. Our father's God Most High is our strong habitation. Topics: Church; Church As Covenant People; God Omnipotence of; God As Refuge; Mystery of God's Ways; Post-Communion; Reformation Day; Trust and Assurance Scripture: Psalm 46 Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG Text Sources: The Psalter, 1912

Castillo fuerte es nuestro Dios

Author: Martín Lutero; F. H. Hedge; J. B. Cabrera Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 43 hymnals Topics: Consuelo y Seguridad; Trust; Seguridad; Security; Confianza Scripture: Psalm 46 Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG

Be Strong in God

Author: Susan Peterson Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.6.6.7 Appears in 1 hymnal First Line: Be strong in God and in His power Lyrics: 1. Be strong in God and in His power; Put on His armor every day. Thus you can take your stand each hour; The devil’s schemes won’t lead you astray. The battle’s like a flood, Though not ’gainst flesh and blood; But ’gainst the spiritual realm, With Satan at the helm; You face the powers of darkness. 2. Take God’s full armor—your life surround, So when the day of evil appears, You’ll then be able to stand your ground, And after all, to stand without fear. Stand firm, then, in the faith, The belt of truth in place; Breastplate of righteousness, Feet shod with readiness That comes from the true Gospel of peace. 3. Take, over all, the shield of faith, To quench the flaming arrows outpoured. Salvation’s helmet wear over your face, And take the Word, the Spirit’s sword. Pray in the Spirit’s power, All kinds of prayers each hour. Be always on alert, And pray for all the Church. Through God you’ll win the battle! Used With Tune: EIN' FESTE BURG