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65. Life in a Look

1 There's life in a look at the sacred cross,
Jesus has said, "Look unto me;"
Earth with its riches is only dross,
Bright treasures beyond in the cross I see.

Chorus:
In a look there's life for thee,
In a look at Calvary;
Blessed thought, Salvation free,
By a look at Calvary.

2 When first to the Saviour I raised my eyes,
Sweet was the smile that fell on me;
Oft as the clouds of temptation rise,
A look at the cross still my strength shall be. [Chorus]

3 I'll look to the cross ev'ry day and hour,
Trusting the promise God has given;
None ever fall neath the tempter's pow'r,
Who trust and obey in the strength of Heav'n. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: There's life in a look at the sacred cross
Title: Life in a Look
Author: F. E. B.
Refrain First Line: In a look there's life for thee
Language: English
Publication Date: 1908
Topic: Invitation and Repentance
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [There's life in a look at the sacred cross]
Composer: F. E. Belden
Key: Eā™­ Major
Notes: Public Domain.



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