The Christian Hero

Verse 1

Live on the field of battle! Be earnest in the fight; Stand forth with manly courage, And struggle for the right. Live! live! live! live! On the field of battle.

Verse 2

Watch on the field of battle! The foe is ev’rywhere; His fiery darts fly quickly, Like lightning thro’ the air. Watch! watch! watch! watch! On the field of battle.

Verse 3

Pray on the field of battle! God works with those who pray; His mighty arm can nerve us, And make us win the day. Pray! pray! pray! pray! On the field of battle.

Verse 4

Die on the field of battle! ‘Tis noble thus to die; God smiles on valiant soldiers, Their record is on high. Die! die! die! die! On the field of battle.