Community of Christ Sings ‎#206

206. Beneath the Cross of Jesus

1 Beneath the cross of Jesus
I fain would take my stand–
the shadow of a mighty Rock
within a weary land;
a home within the wilderness,
a rest upon the way,
from the burning of the noontide heat
and the burdens of the day.

2 Upon the cross of Jesus
mine eye at times can see
the very dying form of One
who suffered there for me;
and from my stricken heart with tears
two wonders I confess—
the wonders of redeeming love
and my unworthiness.

3 I take, O cross, thy shadow
for my abiding place,
I ask no other sunshine than
the sunshine of his face;
content to own no other place,
to know no gain nor loss,
my sinful self my only shame,
my glory all, the cross.

Text Information

• First Line: Beneath the cross of Jesus
• Title: Beneath the Cross of Jesus
• Author: Elizabeth C. Clephane, 1830-1869
• Meter: 7.6.8.6.8.6.8.6.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2013
• Scripture:
  Galatians 6:14
  ;
  Hebrews 2:14-17
• Topic: Confession; Cross; Easter; Forgiveness; Jesus Christ's Passion; Redemption; Refuge; Renewal; Repentance; Sin

Tune Information

• Name: ST. CHRISTOPHER
• Composer: Frederick C. Maker, 1844-1927
• Meter: 7.6.8.6.8.6.8.6.
• Key: D♭ Major