Sound forth the trumpet... that shall never call retreat

My eyes have seen the glory
Of the coming of the lord
He’s trampling the deceit
His truth is marching on

I’ve seen him in proud fires
Of a thousand burning hearts
An altar built from wisdom
His day is marching on

Sound forth the trumpets! Sound them forth
That shall never call retreat
Sound forth the trumpets! Sound them forth
Let’s die to disinfest men

I have read a fiery gospel
A writ in burnished rows of steel
As you deal with his opponent
With you all his grace shall fall

He’s sounded forth the trumpet
That shall never call retreat
Be jubilant and free
Our lord is marching on

He’s born to make men holy
He’s born to make men free
A truth is marching on
That enlightens you and me