The theme of Martyrdom & Sacrifice in Christian hymnody reflects the profound commitment of believers who have faced persecution for their faith. These hymns celebrate the courage and unwavering devotion of those who, like Stephen in Acts 7:59-60, exemplify love and forgiveness even in the face of death. Join in reverent reflection on these powerful testimonies of faith and sacrifice.
Faith of Our Fathers
3 verses
Hemy, Henri Frederick (1818-1888); Faber, Frederick William (1814-1863); Walton, James George (1821-1905)
Faith of our fathers, living still
4 verses
Frederick William Faber (1814-1863)
God's Trumpet Wakes The Slumbering
6 verses
Samuel Longfellow
It's Dripping With Blood
5 verses
Once To Every Man And Nation
4 verses
James Lowell
Stand and Die
4 verses
Clear
The Son of God goes forth to war,
4 verses
Reginald Heber (1783-1826)