Strive when thou art called of God

Verse 1

Strive, when thou art called of God, When he draws thee by his grace, Strive to cast away the load That would hinder in the race.

Verse 2

Fight, though it may cost thy life; Storm the kingdom, but prevail; Let not Satan’s fiercest strife Make thee, warrior, faint or quail.

Verse 3

Art thou faithful? Wake and watch, Love with all thy heart Christ’s ways; Seek not worldly ease to snatch, Look not for reward or praise.

Verse 4

Soldiers of the cross, be strong! Watch and war through fear or pain, Daily conquering sin and wrong, Till our King o’er earth shall reign.