A Mão do Arado
Harpa Cristã
The Plowman's Hand
Whoever puts his hand to the plow
Must be constant
The Sun sets and soon after
It will darken
Forward, thinking of Christ
Watching in prayer
Working with joy and love
For your Lord
Do not be discouraged, even though your cross
Is greater than your brother's
The heaviest was carried by your Jesus
He consoles you then
Carrying your cross
Like Jesus forgiving
Walking joyfully
Towards the beautiful heaven
Be a good soldier of Christ Jesus
Enduring afflictions
Not stifling the message of the cross
In persecutions
Proclaiming His love
Bringing news of peace, yes, to those waiting
For salvation
When, at last, you lay down the cross
Jesus will crown you
With holy joy in glory and light
He will console you
You will forget your toils
Tribulations and sorrows
When in heaven you enjoy
Perfect peace
