326. The Race

1 Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve,
And press with vigor on;
A heavenly race demands thy zeal,
And an immortal crown.

2 A cloud of witnesses around
Hold thee in full survey;
Forget the steps already trod,
And onward urge thy way.

3 'Tis God's all-animating voice,
That calls thee from on high,
'Tis his own hand presents the prize
To thine aspiring eye.

4 Blest Saviour, introduced by thee,
Have I my race begun;
And, crowned with victory, at thy feet
I'll lay my honors down.

Text Information
First Line: Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve
Title: The Race
Author: Philip Doddridge
Language: English
Publication Date: 1890
Topic: Courage and Cheer; Christians: Encouragements; Courage (4 more...)
Tune Information
Name: CHRISTMAS
Arranger: fr. Handel
Meter: C. M.
Key: E♭ Major



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