Forward be our watchword, Onward in his name

1 Forward be our watchword,
Onward in his name;
Faithful in his service,
Ever true remain;
Jesus is our leader,
At our army's head;
Never shrink nor falter,
By our Captain led.
Soon the warfare over,
Ended death and pain,
We with Christ forever
In his kingdom reign.

2 Forward be our watchword,
In his army joined;
Marching on to conquest,
Not a look behind;
Onward to the conflict,
Trusting in his name,
He will lead his people,
And his cause maintain.
Jesus is our Captain;
He our faithful guide,
If we only trust him,
And in him abide.

3 Come and join the army
Of our Lord and King;
Volunteers he calleth,
Hearts and voices bring;
Giving time and service
To our gracious God;
Who, in love and mercy,
Seeks our lasting good.
Come, and he will keep you
In his blessed way;
He will lead you unto
Realms of endless day.

Source: The Golden Sheaf: a collection of choice hymns and songs especially designed for Sunday schools, loyal worker's meetings, prayer and social services (Enl. ed.) #66

• MIDI file from The Cyber Hymnal #13980