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Work while it is today!

by James Montgomery

Representative text

As printed in The Church Hymnal (1941), no. 347 — the newest hymnal carrying it.

Verse 1

Work while it is today! This was our Saviour's rule; With docile minds let us obey, As learners in His school.

Verse 2

Lord Christ, we humbly ask Of Thee the power and will, With fear and meekness, every task Of duty to fulfil.

Verse 3

At home, by word and deed, Adorn redeeming grace; And sow abroad the precious seed Of truth in every place —

Verse 4

That thus the wilderness May blossom like the rose, And trees spring up of righteousness, Where'er life's river flows.

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