Author: George William Kitchin; Michael R. Newbolt Hymnal: Trinity Hymnal (Rev. ed.) #263 (1990) Meter: Irregular First Line: Come, brethren, follow where our Savior trod Lyrics: Refrain:
Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim,
till all the world adore his sacred name.
1 Come, brethren, follow where our Savior trod,
our King victorious, Christ, the Son of God. [Refrain]
2 Led on their way by this triumphant sign,
the hosts of God in conqu'ring ranks combine. [Refrain]
3 O Lord, once lifted on the glorious tree,
as thou hast promised, draw men unto thee. [Refrain]
4 Thy kingdom come, that earth's despair may cease
beneath the shadow of its healing peace. [Refrain]
5 For thy blest cross which doth for us atone,
creation's praises rise before thy throne. [Refrain]
Topics: Jesus Christ His Death; Adoration; Christ Cross of Scripture: John 12:32 Languages: English Tune Title: CRUCIFER
Lift High the Cross