Hymnal: The Christian Hymnal Revised
Date: 1882
Compiler: A I Hobbs et al
Publisher/Printer: Christian Publishing Co
First Line: Now be the gospel banner
Topic: Christ/Kingdom and Reign
Writer: Thomas Hastings
Composer: Lowell Mason
Meter: 7s and 6s double
Tune: Missionary Hymn
Hymn Number: 663
Page Number: 246, click to see hymnal pages
LyicsNOW be the gospel banner
In every land unfurl'd;
And be the shout, "Hosanna!"
Re-echo'd through the world,
Till every isle and nation,
Till every tribe and tongue,
Receive the great salvation,
And join the happy throng.
What though th' embattled legions
Of earth and hell combine,
His pow'r throughout their regions
Shall soon resplendent shine.
Ride on, O Lord, victorious,
Immanuel, Prince of peace!
Thy triumph shall be glorious,
Thine empire still increase.
Yes, Thou shalt reign forever,
O Jesus, King of kings!
Thy light, Thy love, Thy favor,
Each ransom'd captive sings;
The isles for Thee are waiting,
The deserts learn Thy praise;
The hills and valleys, greeting,
The song responsive raise.