The Worshipbook ‎#437

437. In the Cross of Christ I Glory

1 In the cross of Christ I glory,
Towering 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.

5 In the cross of Christ I glory,
Towering o'er the wrecks of time;
All the light of sacred story
Gathers round its head sublime.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: In the cross of Christ I glory
• Title: In the Cross of Christ I Glory
• Author: John Bowring (1825)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7.
• Publication Date: 1972
• Scripture:
  Galatians 6:14
• Topic: Sacraments: Lord's Supper; Christian Year: Lent; Christian Year: Good Friday

Tune Information

• Name: RATHBUN
• Composer: Ithamar Conkey (1851)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7.
• Key: B♭ Major