This stirring hymn, with music by Kevin G. Pace and text by Mark R. Fotheringham, is a reverent tribute to the Savior, the Great Exemplar and Standard Bearer. Its verses praise Christ’s perfect life, His compassionate atonement, and His role as a guiding light from darkness to divine day. With poetic richness, it honors His mercy that flows as freely as the blood He shed to redeem humanity. The hymn culminates in a vision of hope, as disciples look heavenward, drawn to His banner of righteousness, eager for the joy and blessings He offers to the faithful. 

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Text:
Praise to The Great Exemplar,
Always He would choose aright,
A model meant for the masses,
From darkness He leads to daylight.
Compassion and mercy flow
like the blood that He shed for all
To free us from sin and death,
ev'ry prison of The Fall.
Amen and amen.

Praise to The Standard Bearer
Whose banner is lifted high.
His followers gaze with longing
To meet Him beyond the blue sky.
Abundance and joy are His
to bestow upon all who seek
The blessings reserved for all
the obedient and meek.
Amen and amen.