Hope in Tribulation and Resurrection

[Hope in Tribulation and Resurrection]

[Verse 1]
Fervent passion, that first encounter's thrill
Hearts overflowing, eternal flame so real
As time whispers on, worldly temptations sway
Cooling embers fade, where did love go astray

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen Lord divine
Conqueror of death, resurrection's prime
Rejoice in trials, let joy your spirit fill
Heaven's reward awaits, eternal hope instill

[Verse 2]
Ephesus, abhor Nicolaitans' deceit
Subtle heresies that souls in chains entreat
God's Word the measure, judge not in pride's veil
Discern with love, let truth's pure light prevail

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen Lord divine
Conqueror of death, resurrection's prime
Rejoice in trials, let joy your spirit fill
Heaven's reward awaits, eternal hope instill

[Verse 3]
Paths of suffering, for His name's sacred sake
Righteousness' thorns, in gladness undertake
Like disciples transformed by risen sight
Fear of death dissolves, proclaim with bold delight

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen Lord divine
Conqueror of death, resurrection's prime
Rejoice in trials, let joy your spirit fill
Heaven's reward awaits, eternal hope instill

[Verse 4]
Smyrna, in poverty, true riches abound
Endure affliction, forge hope profound
Satan's synagogue tests, yet shine so bright
Crown of life eternal, in victory's light

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen Lord divine
Conqueror of death, resurrection's prime
Rejoice in trials, let joy your spirit fill
Heaven's reward awaits, eternal hope instill

[Verse 5]
Cross's blood opens salvation's sacred door
Adam's sin shattered, death reigns no more
Disciples' change, resurrection's proof so clear
We too advance boldly, heaven drawing near

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen Lord divine
Conqueror of death, resurrection's prime
Rejoice in trials, let joy your spirit fill
Heaven's reward awaits, eternal hope instill

[Verse 6]
Repent and reclaim, first love's ardent fire
Spirit's fullness surges, lift hearts higher
Advent day approaches, resurrection's yield
In heavenly glory, forever sealed

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen Lord divine
Conqueror of death, resurrection's prime
Rejoice in trials, let joy your spirit fill
Heaven's reward awaits, eternal hope instill