Martyrs for Christ

We are free to be reconciled
Through the sacrifice of our Lord 
As on the Cross He was reviled
While His blood spilt for our reward 

Lord give courage to our desire
To be without spot or blemish
Your redeemed enduring Your fire
With ardour for all You cherish

Open the door to salvation
Release we captives from our chains
And bless our path to Your nation
Where Your love and mercy pertains

Russian language poems by
Galina Blyakhova
With accompanying English interpretation by
Roy Lewis