255. The Prince of Life, Once Slain for Us
C.M.
by R.C. Chapman
The Prince of Life, once slain for us,
Captivity was captive led,
And Christ no more can die.
“And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses.” (Acts 3:15)
“By stretching forth thine hand to heal; and that signs and wonders may be done by the name of thy holy child Jesus.” (Acts 4:30)
“And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight.” (Acts 1:9)
“Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men.” (Ephesians 4:8)
“Knowing that Christ being raised from the dead dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over him.” (Romans 6:9)
His word is faithfulness and truth —
"Behold, I quickly come";
And faith, that counts the promise sure,
Can pierce the midnight gloom.
“And he said unto me, These sayings are faithful and true: and the Lord God of the holy prophets sent his angel to show unto his servants the things which must shortly be done.” (Revelation 22:6)
“He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.” (Revelation 22:20)
Far spent already is the night,
Of the belovèd Lord’s return,
Jesus, at the appointed hour,
Then, fashioned by His mighty hand,
Soon shall the saints with glory crowned
Dwell in that cloudless light,
And see their Lord in glory owned,
Heaven’s constant, sweet delight.
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