Soldiers of the cross, arise!

Soldiers of the cross, arise!Lo! your Leader from the skiesWaves before you glory's prize,—Prize of victory.Seize your armor, gird it on;Soon the battle will be won;See! the strife is almost done;Struggle manfully.

Now the fight of faith begin,Be no more the slaves of sin,Strive the victor's palm to win,Trusting in the Lord:Gird ye on the armor bright,Warriors of the King of light,Never yield, nor lose by flightYour divine reward.

Jesus conquered when he fell,Met and vanquished sin and hell;Now he bids his followers tellTriumphs of his cross.Though the evil hosts appear,Who can doubt, or who can fear?God, our strength and shield, is near;Can we suffer loss?

Onward, then, ye hosts of God!Jesus points the victor's rod;Follow where your Leader trod;Soon you 'll see his face.Soon, your enemies all slain,Crowns of glory you shall gain,Soon you 'll join that glorious trainShouting Jesus' praise.