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145. Bear the Cross, Ye Sons of Men

1 Bear the cross ye sons of men,
With love's best ambition;
Jesus bore it all alone
For the world's remission.

Refrain:
Bear the cross, bear the cross;
He bore all for thee
With a Savior's loving heart:
'Twas on Calvary.

2 "It is finished," hear Him say,
Precious promise given!
Will you at the cross today
Fix your hearts for Heaven? [Refrain]

3 Bear the cross, then until death
Shall relieve the burden,
And you'll find sweet rest and peace
Just beyond the Jordan. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Bear the cross ye sons of men
Title: Bear the Cross, Ye Sons of Men
Author: James T. Walker
Refrain First Line: Bear the cross, bear the cross
Meter: 76.76. with Refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 2011
Scripture:
Topic: Jesus Christ: Suffering and Death; Jesus: Passion
Tune Information
Name: BEAR THE CROSS
Composer: James T. Walker
Meter: 76.76. with Refrain
Key: F Major or modal



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