The Song Book of the Salvation Army ‎#115

115. Jesus, keep me near the cross

1 Jesus, keep me near the cross;
There a precious fountain,
Free to all, a healing stream,
Flows from Calvary’s mountain.

Refrain:
In the cross, in the cross, be my glory ever;
Till my raptured soul shall find rest beyond the river.

2 Near the cross, a trembling soul,
Love and mercy found me;
There the bright and morning star
Shed its beams around me.

3 Near the cross! O Lamb of God,
Bring its scenes before me;
Help me walk from day to day
With its shadow o’er me.

4 Near the cross I’ll watch and wait,
Hoping, trusting ever,
Till I reach the golden strand
Just beyond the river.

Text Information

• First Line: Jesus, keep me near the cross
• Author: Fanny Crosby (1820-1915)
• Refrain First Line: In the cross, in the cross, be my glory ever
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: The Lord Jesus Christ: Atoning work

Tune Information

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