Our Great Redeemer's Praise ‎#239

239. In the Cross of Christ I Glory

1 In the cross of Christ I glory,
tow'ring o'er the wrecks of time;
all the light of sacred story
gathers round its head sublime.

2 When the woes of life o'ertake me,
hopes deceive, and fears annoy,
never shall the cross forsake me;
Lo! it glows with peace and joy.

3 When the sun of bliss is beaming
light and love upon my way,
from the cross the radiance streaming
adds more luster to the day.

4 Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure,
by the cross are sanctified;
peace is there that knows no measure,
joys that through all time abide.

Text Information

• First Line: In the cross of Christ I glory
• Title: In the Cross of Christ I Glory
• Author: John Bowring (1825)
• Meter: 87.87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2022
• Scripture:
  Romans 5:1-11
  ;
  2 Corinthians 4:1-10
  ;
  Galatians 6:12-16
  ;
  Philippians 3:3-9
• Topic: Jesus, Suffered, Dead, and Buried: Lent and Passion

Tune Information

• Name: RATHBUN
• Composer: Ithamar Conkey (1849)
• Meter: 87.87
• Key: B♭ Major