Onward Christian soldiers
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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 banners go! |
| Onward, Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus, Going on before. |
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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! |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
Paul continues, "To walk worthily of the calling with which you were called, with all lowliness and meekness, with long-suffering, bearing one another in love, being diligent to keep the oneness of the Spirit in the uniting bond of peace" (vv. 1b-3). Whenever we talk about the practice of the church life, we must remember that the first thing needed is to keep the oneness of the Spirit. This requires that we forget about everything else. The third stanza of the traditional hymn "Onward Christian Soldiers" says, "One in hope and doctrine, one in charity." This is not an accurate concept. Christians can never be one in doctrine. If someone has a certain understanding about a particular portion of the Bible, he may hold to that portion without caring for the oneness. Many Christians insist on baptism by sprinkling, some insist on a single immersion, and some insist on three immersions. Some immerse in warm water, others immerse in cold water, and still others baptize in other ways. In this one matter alone there are many opinions. In order to realize the church life we need to forget about doctrine. If we pay attention to doctrine, we may become a "three-immersions" church. Praise the Lord, the Spirit is in you and in me, so we all are one in the Spirit. Therefore, it is better to sing the above line as, "One in faith and Spirit, / One eternally" (Hymns, #871).
Cleveland, OH, United States
What a powerfully anointed hymn of praise, worship and victory in Jesus Christ. It is appropriate for all time, but how so much more meaningful for such a time as this. Praise the Lord for His eternal Truths and Promises.
Livingston, California, United States
In this time when many are fearful God offers us hope and peace of mind. The Church of God can be united, work together, and go forward with a song, even if we are not able to meet together as we would like to.
Mpongwe, Copperbelt, Zambia
I love this song, especially if I am playing the violin or piano
San Marcos, TX, United States
Brothers we are treading, Where the Saints have Trod; We are not divided, All One Body We!
Hallelujah Saints, this time is so precious to press On to Our Mighty King!
Katy, TX, United States
This song is precious! At the shout of praise. We are free to be praiser. My being started to sing this song today. Praise the Lord. So much happens when we join to the Lord and shout praises to Him.
Lagos, Nigeria
My best Hymn
We will keep fighting the war
Till our Lord Jesus Christ Return
Lagos, Nigeria
This song is so soothing at a time like this when war has been declared on the Church with kidnappings and ransom. It’s comforting to know that Christians in the 18th century also felt like they were in a war.
Dakar, Senegal
We used to sing this song in Grade 10 and I woke up this morning thinking about this song. When you look at the times, we are truly Marching to War because of persecution. People do not want to hear the name of the Lord Jesus. To me this is proof that the name of the Lord Jesus is power. May the Lord Jesus bless you all abundantly.
Monroe, New Jersey, United States
Thank God
All Mankind.
For the Songs of Praise
They Forever FLOOD Our Souls
And Forever RING TRUE!
GODSPEED!
Erie, Pennsylvania, United States
Woke up with this wonderful hymn playing in my mind