The Crowning Day ‎#9

9. Near the Cross

1 In my work, whate’er it be,
Ever keep me near the cross!
Whatsoe’er it bringeth me,
Ever keep me near the cross!

Refrain:
Near the cross! near the cross!
When angry billows toss,
That my soul may fear no loss,
Ever keep me near the cross!

2 If my talents be out few,
Ever keep me near the cross!
I must all my duty do,
Ever keep me near the cross! [Refrain]

3 Reaping grain, or sowing seed,
Ever keep me near the cross!
Still my Saviour’s grace I need,
Ever keep me near the cross! [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: In my work, whate'er it be
• Title: Near the Cross
• Author: E. R. Latta
• Refrain First Line: Near the cross!
• Publication Date: 1894
• Scripture:
  Galatians 6:14
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: [In my work, whate’er it be]
• Composer: J. H. Ruebush
• Notes: Public Domain.