Only one life, 'twill soon be past, only what's done for christ will last. but do you know the whole poem? Only what’s done for christ will last Give me father, a purpose deep, in joy or sorrow thy word to keep Faithful and true what e’er the strife, pleasing thee in my daily life Only one life, ’twill soon be past, only what’s done for christ will last Oh let my love with fervour burn, and from the world now let me turn;
Only one life, twill soon be past, only what's done for christ will last The famous poem by missionary ct studd. When this bright world would tempt me sore, when satan would a victory score When self would seek to have its way, then help me lord with joy to say Give me father, a purpose deep, in joy or sorrow thy word to keep; Only one life, a few brief years, each with its burdens, hopes, and fears
Only one life, ’twill soon be past, only what’s done for christ will last. Only one life, yes only one, soon will its fleeting hours be done Then, in ‘that day ’my lord to meet, and stand before his judgment seat The repeated refrain, “only what’s done for christ will last,” serves as a challenge to prioritize our actions and motivations Living for christ means aligning our lives with his will and purpose, seeking to glorify him in every aspect of our lives—be it through service, relationships, or personal conduct.
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