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Cross of Jesus

J. Wellington Frizelle • English

Primary Scripture: John 12:32

Verse 1

Cross of Jesus, cross of Love, Emblem of my King above; Cross where Jesus shed His blood, Where His love and mercy flowed.

Chorus

Blessèd cross, oh, let me rest ’Neath thy shadow, and be blest, Blessèd cross, oh, let me rest ’Neath thy shadow, and be blest.

Verse 2

Cross of Jesus, cross of Peace, Where my soul finds sweet release; Where He died to set me free, Suffered pain and agony.

Chorus

Blessèd cross, oh, let me rest ’Neath thy shadow, and be blest, Blessèd cross, oh, let me rest ’Neath thy shadow, and be blest.

Verse 3

Cross of Jesus, cross of Hope, Cross on which my Savior spoke Words of comfort in the hour When He conquered Satan’s power.

Chorus

Blessèd cross, oh, let me rest ’Neath thy shadow, and be blest, Blessèd cross, oh, let me rest ’Neath thy shadow, and be blest.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • john 12:32