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Stand fast in the Lord.
Phil. 4:1.
All you that have confessed
That Jesus is the Lord,
And to his people joined yourselves,
According to his word:
2 In Zion you must dwell,
Her altar ne’er forsake;
Must come to all her solemn feasts,
Of all her joys partake.
3 She must employ your thoughts,
And your unceasing care;
Her welfare be your constant wish,
And her increase your prayer.
4 With humbleness of mind,
Among her sons rejoice;
A meek and quiet spirit is
With God of highest price.
5 Never offend, nor grieve
Your brethren by the way;
But shun the dark abodes of strife,
Like children of the day.
6 In all your Saviour’s ways,
With willing footsteps move;
Be faithful unto death, and then
You’ll reign with him above.