In the Shadow of the Cross

Verse 1

I am resting in the shadow Of the cross of Calvary; Long I shunned its shade inviting, Now so grateful unto me. Worldly gain and worldly pleasure Once declared my joy to be Are eclipsed beyond all measure While my dying Lord I see.

Chorus

I am resting, sweetly resting: 'Tis the safest place for me To be resting in the shadow Of the cross of Calvary.

Verse 2

O 'twere hard thro' all life's journey, Tolling 'neath a burning sun, Hard to think no rest is offered Till the long, long day is done. Hush! my heart, there is a solace, 'Tis this precious thought to me: I will kneel, and rest a moment In the shade of Calvary.

Verse 3

Rest is sweet to pilgrims weary, Earnest toil brings calm repose; They who wait for days' declining, Find no pleasure at its close. Rest not, then, though but a moment, In the shade that self may cast: Lift the cross, and in its shadow Find eternal rest at last.