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Come, labor on
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Come, labor on by T. Tertius Noble — Lyrics
Come, labor on.
Who dares stand idle on the harvest plain,
while all around us waves the golden grain?
And to each servant does the Master say,
‘Go work today.’
Come, labor on.
The enemy is watching night and day,
to sow the tares, to snatch the seed away;
while we in sleep our duty have forgot,
he slumbered not.
Come, labor on.
Away with gloomy doubts and faithless fear!
No arm so weak but may do service here:
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About Come, labor on
T. Tertius Noble's setting of Come, labor on is a stirring anthem for SATB choir, drawing on the rich tradition of English hymnody. The text is a powerful call to action, urging believers not to stand idle but to engage actively in the spiritual harvest. It emphasizes the urgency of the task, highlighting the vigilance of the enemy and the fleeting nature of time. The lyrics encourage overcoming doubt and fear, asserting that even the weakest can serve God's purpose and fulfill his will. It specifically calls for sharing the Gospel with all, as the 'night draws nigh,' making this a compelling piece for any occasion that calls for dedication and perseverance.
