O Zion Lift a Mighty Voice

1 Through Zion's wars, we have triumphant come,
through valleys and streams.
We've crossed the mountains tall and high
and some fell from their dreams
But all the saints with pow'r prevailed
in His strength we have not failed.

Refrain:
O Zion lift a mighty voice–
we have cause to rejoice!
O Zion lift a mighty voice–
we have cause to rejoice!

2 Now we are here, through blood sweat and tears
We have come through the night.
Jesus Himself has cast away our fears
and remains in the fight.
So plant your feet, stand your ground.
His perfect love and grace abound. [Refrain]

3 Joy evermore, we serve a risen king
who is brightest and best.
Lift holy hands give praise to Him and sing
as His name we are blest.
Soon things of life shall be past.
Zion's goal is met at last. [Refrain]

Source: The A.M.E. Zion Hymnal: official hymnal of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church #663