Near the Cross

Verse 1

In my work, whate’er it be, Ever keep me near the cross! Whatsoe’er it bringeth me, Ever keep me near the cross!

Chorus

Near the cross! near the cross! When angry billows toss, That my soul may fear no loss, Ever keep me near the cross!

Verse 2

If my talents be out few, Ever keep me near the cross! I must all my duty do, Ever keep me near the cross!

Verse 3

Reaping grain, or sowing seed, Ever keep me near the cross! Still my Saviour’s grace I need, Ever keep me near the cross!