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A charge to keep I have
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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A charge to keep I have by William Henry Monk — Lyrics
A charge to keep I have,
A God to glorify,
A neverdying soul to save,
And fit it for the sky;
To serve the present age,
My calling to fulfil:
O may it all my powers engage
To do my Master's will!
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About A charge to keep I have
These familiar words express a solemn spiritual commitment: the duty to glorify God, save one's soul, and serve the present age by fulfilling one's calling. The hymn urges the singer to prepare for a strict account, relying on divine assistance to remain vigilant and faithful. William Henry Monk's setting for SATB choir offers a robust and moving musical interpretation of this powerful devotional text. It is a hymn that speaks directly to the heart, reminding singers of their ultimate purpose and the importance of steadfast faith in service.
