Near the Cross

Verse 1:

Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain; Free to all, a healing stream, Flows from Calvary's mountain.

Refrain:

In the cross, in the cross, Be my glory ever; Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river.

Verse 2:

Near the cross, a trembling soul, Love and mercy found me; There the Bright and Morning Star Shed His beams around me.

Verse 3:

Near the cross! O Lamb of God, Bring its scenes before me; Help me walk from day to day, With its shadow o'er me.

Verse 4:

Near the cross I'll watch and wait, Hoping, trusting ever; Till I reach the golden strand, Just beyond the river.