Now my departure is at hand

Verse 1

Now my departure is at hand; From hence I must remove! To join the bless'd celestial band In the bright realms above.

Verse 2

My warfare and contests are o'er, And I can welcome death; In spite of sin and Satan's pow'r, I fought and kept the faith.

Verse 3

And thus I finished my course, And passed safely through; My Lord who conquers ev'ry force, Made me to conquer too.

Verse 4

My conflicts and debates are pass'd, And my salvation seal'd; My victories are gain'd at last, Now as I quit the field.

Verse 5

The crown of life laid up for me: And all who love the Lord; For all my suff'rings here shall be A gracious great reward.