Verse 1
Crosses held the first to stand
Lions ate the next
Every generation since
The church has been oppressed (II Tim. 3:12)
Though it be a fire outside
Though it be a sword
Generations count it joy
To suffer for the Lord (Matt. 5:11, Acts 5:41, Phil. 1:29, James 1:2, I Pet. 4:13)
Chorus
Though often tried, she shall not fail
The gates of Hell shall not prevail (Matt. 16:18)
Though wolves attack, though foes assail (Matt. 7:15, Acts 20:29)
The gates of Hell shall not prevail (Matt. 16:18)
Verse 2
Sometimes wolves disguised as sheep (Matt. 7:15, Acts 20:29)
Slip in through the years (John 2:18-19, II Cor. 11:13-15)
Peace and safety, wealth and ease (I Thess. 5:3)
Tickle itching ears (II Tim. 4:3, II Pet. 2:1-3)
Every deed is written down (Ecc. 12:14, Rev. 20:12)
And every tear is stored (Ps. 56:8)
Soon those who’ve attacked the Bride (Rev. 19:7)
Will face the Bridegroom’s sword (Rev. 19:15)
Repeat chorus