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Rh Matthew, the first evangelist, From Roman service taken, Has now become chief counsellor And has his sins forsaken; Hears Jesus call, who says to all, "Follow with best endeavour." In ample fame, always the same, God's word stands sure for ever.

And Mark, yes, Mark, the second is, And richly he has taught us The knowledge of that mighty power Wherewith our Lord has brought us To faith in God, to which is owed All goodness whatsoever; For all men's tears, for all men's jeers, God's word stands sure for ever.

Luke also follows in the train And tells the gospel story: The wondrous works of Christ, and how From heaven the God of glory To men undone has sent his Son That men might perish never; Believe we must, or bite the dust, God's word stands sure for ever.

And John, the fourth evangelist, A youth of wondrous beauty, Reveals to us the Word divine And teaches us our duty. With faith and love your calling prove And seek no other lever; It gives no aid to hoe or spade, But God's word stands for ever.