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Am I a soldier of the cross 
Am I a soldier of the cross, a follower of the Lamb, and shall I fear to own his cause, or blush to speak his Name? 
Must I be carried to the skies on flowery beds of ease, while others fight to win the prize, and sail through stormy seas? 
Are there no foes for me to face? must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace, to help me on to God? 
Since I must fight if I would reign, increase my courage, Lord! I'll bear the toil, endure the pain, supported by thy word. 
(1674-1748)