The Christian’s Armor.
Reading edition
For the Band of Hope.
Firmly stand, unyielding wrestle, All ye noble, earnest, youth,— You are soldiers—God is calling, Gird yourselves about with truth. Wear the helmet of Salvation— Let your feet with peace be shod, Turn the fiery darts of evil With the shield of “Faith in God.” Arm you with the Spirit’s weapon, ’Tis God’s blessed, holy word,— With the breast-plate of the righteous You shall conquer Satan’s horde. Then with earnest supplication Hold the way to Heaven’s throne; By the spirit’s true devotion God will know and bless his own.
