1. Onward Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus Going on before. Christ, the royal Master, Leads against the foe; Forward into battle, See, His banner go! (Chorus:) Onward Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus Going on before. 2. At the name of Jesus Satan's host doth flee; On then, Christian soldiers, On to victory! Hell's foundations quiver At the shout of praise: Brothers, lift your voices, Loud your anthems raise! 3. Like a mighty army Moves the Church of God: Brothers, we are treading Where the saints have trod; We are not divided, All one Body we— One in faith and Spirit, One eternally. (Chorus:) Onward Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus Going on before. 4. Crowns and thrones may perish, Kingdoms rise and wane; But the Church of Jesus Constant will remain. Gates of hell can never 'Gainst the Church prevail; We have Christ's own promise, Which can never fail. 5. Onward, then, ye people! Join our happy throng; Blend with ours your voices In the triumph song. Glory, laud and honor Unto Christ, the King; This through countless ages Men and angels sing. (Chorus:) Onward Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus Going on before.
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