Lead On, O King Eternal Lyrics & Chords

Ernest W. Shurtleff & Henry T. Smart

(D)Lead on, O (G)King (D)eternal, 
the (G)day of march (A)has come; 
(D)henceforth in (G)fields of (D)conquest 
thy (A)tents shall (E)be our (A)home. 
Through (D)days of pre(G)paration 
thy (E)grace has made us (A)strong; 
and (D)now, O King (G)eternal, 
we (D)lift our (A)battle (D)song. 

Lead on, O King eternal, 
till sin's fierce war shall cease, 
and holiness shall whisper 
the sweet amen of peace. 
For not with swords loud clashing, 
nor roll of stirring drums; 
with deeds of love and mercy 
the heavenly kingdom comes. 

Lead on, O King eternal, 
we follow, not with fears, 
for gladness breaks like morning 
where'er thy face appears. 
Thy cross is lifted o'er us, 
we journey in its light; 
the crown awaits the conquest; 
lead on, O God of might. 
    

Easy chords for beginners. These lyrics are the property of the respective artist, authors and labels, they are intended solely for educational purposes and private study only. The chords and strumming pattern are my interpretation and their accuracy is not guaranteed.

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