157—SHADOWS
When we cross the valley there need be no shadows,
When life's day is ended and its sorrows o'er;
When the summons comes to meet the blessed Saviour,
When we rise to dwell with Him for evermore.
Shadows! no need of shadows!
When at last we lay life's burdens down;
Shadows! no need of shadows!
When at last we gain the victor's crown.
When our loved ones leave us there need be no shadows
If their faith is fixed in Jesus as their Lord:
For they go to be with Jesus, their Redeemer,
To be with the One whom they have long adored.
When he comes to meet us there need be no shadows.
When He comes in all His glorious array;
When the trump of God shall sound and loved ones waken
When He leads us onward with triumphant sway.
158—SOLDIERS OF CHRIST ARISE!
Soldiers of Christ! arise
And put your armor on!
Strong in the strength which God supplies
Through His eternal Son;
Strong in the Lord of hosts,
And in his mighty power:
Who in the strength of Jesus trusts
Is more than conqueror.
Stand, then, in His great might,
With all His strength endued;
And take, to arm you for the fight,
The panoply of God.
To keep your armor bright
Attend with constant care,
Still walking in your Captain's sight,
And watching unto prayer.
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