57. In the Cross of Christ

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

2 When the woes of ife 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 more 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 thro' all time abide.

Text Information
First Line: In the cross of Christ I glory
Title: In the Cross of Christ
Author: John Bowring
Language: English
Publication Date: 1978
Tune Information
Name: [In the cross of Christ I glory]
Composer: Ithamar Conkey
Key: C Major



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