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THE CHRISTIAN'S WATCH

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Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jun 30, 1874

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 44, No. 3.

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THE CHRISTIAN'S WATCH.

By Mary Myrtle

The Christian warrior at his post Stands watching day by day. The orders of his captain are, To watch, as well as pray.
A cruel and relentless foe Is ever on his track, Seeking unguarded points, where he May safely make attack.
Full well he knows he has no power To force an entrance there, While at his post the Christian stands And watches unto prayer.
A perfect armor for defense, Christ's soldiers all may wield; When all is firmly girded on, They're sure to win the field!
The shield of faith will quick repel The tempter's fiery dart, And if 'tis kept in daily use, Will safely guard the heart.
Thus firmly at his post he stands And watches faithful there; His captain's orders to obey His first and only care.
There's no discharge; it is for life He's listed in this war; But while he keeps his armor bright, He has no cause to fear.
MARY MYRTLE.