


Author: Ernest W. Shurtleff Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Appears in 408 hymnals Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 First Line: Lead on, O King eternal! Lyrics: 1 Lead on, O King eternal!
The day of march has come;
henceforth in fields of conquest
your tents will be our home:
through days of preparation
your grace has made us strong,
and now, O King eternal,
we lift our battle song.
2 Lead on, O King eternal,
till sin's fierce war shall cease,
and holiness shall whisper
the sweet amen of peace;
for not with swords' loud clashing,
nor roll of stirring drums,
but deeds of love and mercy
the heav'nly kingdom comes.
3 Lead on, O King eternal;
we follow, not with fears,
for gladness breaks like morning
where'er your face appears:
your cross is lifted o'er us;
we journey in its light;
the crown awaits the conquest;
lead on, O God of might! Topics: Temptation and Conflict; Christian warfare; Church--Militant; Conflict; God--Guidance Used With Tune: LANCASHIRE
Lead On, O King Eternal