Christian Hymns ‎#146

146. In the cross of Christ I glory

1 In the cross of Christ I glory,
Towering o'er the wrecks of time;
All the light of sacred story
Gathers round its head sublime.

2 When the woes of life o'ertake me,
Hopes deceive, and fears annoy,
Never shall the cross forsake me:
Lo! it glows with peace and joy.

3 When the sun of bliss is beaming
Light and love upon my way,
From the cross the radiance streaming
Adds new luster to the day.

4 Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure,
By the cross are sanctified;
Peace is there that knows no measure,
Joys that through all time abide.

5 In the cross of Christ I glory,
Towering o'er the wrecks of time;
All the light of sacred story
Gathers round its head sublime.

Text Information

• First Line: In the cross of Christ I glory
• Meter: 8, 7.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1898
• Topic: TheChurch Year: The Passion; Christ: Cross of; Christian Joy; Prayer: the Lord's
• Notes: J. Bowring, 1825.

Tune Information

• Name: ARUNDEL
• Composer: John B. Dykes
• Meter: 8, 7.
• Key: A♭ Major