Rise up O church of God
Have done with lesser things
Give heart and mind and soul and strength
To serve the King of kings
Rise up O church of God
His kingdom tarries long
Bring in the day of brotherhood
And end the night of wrong
Rise up O sons of God
The church for you doth wait
Her strength unequal to her task
Rise up and make her great
Lift high the cross of Christ
Tread where His feet have trod
As foll’wers of the Son of Man
Rise up O church of God
Song Meaning
A hymn calling the church to serve the King of kings.
Biblical Message
Read Ephesians 4:12 alongside the lyric. Serving the King includes building up Christ’s body.
Reflection
Which word or image in the song speaks to your situation? Read Ephesians 4:12, then consider one response you can carry into the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Rise Up O Church Of God” about?
A hymn calling the church to serve the King of kings.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
Ephesians 4:12 is a starting point for reading alongside the lyric.