1.

Now throughout our country Jesus’ teaching needs declaring.
Spread in north and south the message of the cross.
Town and city, hill and valley—sow and don’t be sparing;
Bring the Word of Truth to every soul who’s lost.
Time ebbs fast away;
start without delay!
See, our field of work is very great.
Just go out in faith to God, the burdens gladly bearing.
There’s so very much to do ere it’s too late.

2.

As in days of Noah, sin and darkness are prevailing.
Many so-called Christians have been led astray.
Young and old and great and small in unbelief are sailing.
Really, very few belong to Christ today.
Yet faith’s fire is bright,
spreading life and light,
And God’s grace is more than ever here.
Join God’s mighty warfare with
a faith and zeal unfailing;
Crush the work of man and Satan; do not fear!

3.

Not just two or merely three, but all without exception,
Heed this challenge, strive for Jesus—everyone!
Start at once with what you have, and God will give direction.
There’s no time for foolishness or idle fun.
Do not hesitate,
or you’ll be too late.
It’s your calling here to give your all.
Satan says, “O spare yourself,”
but you know that’s deception.
Faithful be to Christ by whom you have your call.

Written in 1935 by Elihu Pedersen (published in 1937)Composed by Johan NicolaisenText © Stiftelsen Skjulte Skatters ForlagNorway ⋅ D