Christ, or the World

Verse 1

Christ, or the world! Which shall it be? Choose for time and eternity; Here’s a refuge, a rest, a home There are torments and wrath to come, Why a wanderer longer roam?

Chorus

I and my house will serve the Lord; If we prove faithful, We shall have great reward.

Verse 2

Christ, or the world! Which will ye seek? Let the awak’ning conscience speak; There are mansions so bright and fair, Where, beloved and kindred are, Will you meet with them over there?

Verse 3

Christ, or the world! Which bringeth peace? Worldly pleasures or holiness? Why continue ‘mid doubt and fear? Why not go to the Saviour dear? Be assured of a welcome there.

Verse 4

Christ, or the world! Choose well—today? There is danger in more delay; Soon will vanish the gospel light, And the spirit will take its flight, Then will issue eternal night.