The Church Triumphant

Verse 1

Men speak of “a church triumphant” As something on earth unknown, They think us beneath the tyrant Until we shall reach our home.

Chorus

Thank God for a church triumphant, All pure in this world below! For the kingdom that Jesus founded Does triumph o’er every foe.

Verse 2

Oh, cannot the great Redeemer Prevail over Satan here? Or must we remain yet under Confusion, pressed down in fear?

Verse 3

He built on a sure foundation, And said that the gates of hell Against her divine munition Can never indeed prevail.

Verse 4

’Tis not in the church of Jesus That people yet live in sin; But in the dark creeds they’re joining, And vainly are trusting in.

Verse 5

God’s church is alone triumphant, In holiness all complete; And all the dark pow’rs of Satan She tramples beneath her feet.