Tune: Stuttgart
(\'Earth has many noble city\')
2 Timothy Chapter 2 parts
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Be strong in the grace that is in
Christ Jesus, who dwells within
Us by His Spirit residing
Grow more like Him in each thing
See examples shown naturally
In this world in which we be
Be as a discipling teacher
In word, deed, and as preacher
Be as single-minded soldier
Of Christ, let naught you deter
Seeking to please God who makes you
Of His army a part true
Be as husbandman* enduring (*farmer)
Planting, tending to each thing
Eating fruit of produce before
Labouring in duties sure
Be as a workman diligent
Study truth with good intent
And so teach wholesomely, wisely
Not ashamed, but share freely
Be as a vessel set apart
Seeking after Father\'s heart
Having value, honour, prepared
God\'s purposes with you shared
Be as gentle servant, lowly
Christ\'s life show expressively
He our Master, with Him all share
With everyone everywhere