Hymn 523
Christian, seek not yet repose
1. Christian, seek not yet repose;
Hear thy guardian angel say,
’Thou art in the midst of foes;
Watch and pray.’
2. Principalities and powers,
Mustering their unseen array,
Wait for thy unguarded hours;
Watch and pray.
3. Gird thy heavenly armour on;
Wear it ever, night and day;
Ambushed lies the evil one;
Watch and pray.
4. Hear the victors who o’ercame;
Still they mark each warrior’s way
All with one sweet voice exclaim,
‘Watch and pray.’
5. Hear, above all, hear thy Lord,
Him thou lovest to obey;
Hide within thy heart His word,
‘Watch and pray.’
6. Watch, as if on that alone
Hung the issue of the day;
Pray, that help may be sent down;
Watch and pray.’