THE WORD WAS RAISED AGAIN

(The Great Controversy Chapter 9 – The Swiss Reformer)

By Zeres Vitto

VERSE 1 — Light in the Alps

In Alpine lands where shadows lay,

A faithful voice broke through the gray;

No power of men nor ancient claim

Could bind the truth in Jesus’ name.

He searched the Word in ancient tongue,

Where living streams of truth are sung;

No priestly claim above the Word—

But Christ revealed through Scripture heard.

REFRAIN

The Word was raised, was raised again—

Its light now shines among all men.

No earthly power, no sword of might

Can stand against advancing light.

From Zurich’s streets the call was heard:

“Return, O souls, unto the  ...