Sabine Baring-Gould
Verse 1
Onward Christian soldiers Marching as to war With the cross of Jesus Going on before Christ the royal Master Leads against the foe Forward into battle See His banners go
Verse 2
Like a mighty army Moves the church of God Brothers we are treading Where the saints have trod We are not divided All one body we One in hope and doctrine One in charity
Verse 3
Onward then ye people Join our happy throng Blend with ours your voices In the triumph song Glory laud and honor Unto Christ the King This through countless ages Men and angels sing
Chorus
Onward Christian soldiers Marching as to war With the cross of Jesus Going on before