Author: Charlotte Abbey Hymnal: The Crowning Day #51 (1894) First Line: Nearer the cross of Jesus Lyrics: 1 Nearer the cross of Jesus,
Ever let me be;
Nearer the flowing fountain,
That cleanseth me.
Refrain:
Nearer the cross,
Nearer the cross,
Nearer the cross of Jesus.
Nearer the flowing fountain,
That cleanseth me.
2 Nearer the cross of Jesus,
There I would abide;
There let me rest forever,
Near Jesus’ side. [Refrain]
3 Nearer the cross of Jesus,
Let me live and die;
There I will find sweet refuge,
And safety nigh. [Refrain] Scripture: Galatians 6:14 Tune Title: [Nearer the cross of Jesus]
Nearer the Cross