Faint not, Christian, though the road

Verse 1

Faint not, Christian! tho’ the road Leading to thy blest abode Darksome be, and dangerous too— Christ, thy Guide, will bring thee thro’.

Verse 2

Faint not, Christian! tho’ the world Hath its hostile flag unfurled; Hold the cross of Jesus fast, Thou shalt overcome at last.

Verse 3

Faint not, Christian! tho’ within There’s a heart so prone to sin; Christ the Lord is over all, He’ll not suffer thee to fall.

Verse 4

Faint not, Christian! tho’ thy God Smite thee with the chast’ning rod; Smite He must with Father’s care, That He may His love declare.