The Old Rugged Cross
On a hill far away, stood an rugged cross
The emblem of suffering and shame.
And I love that old cross
Where the Dearest and Best
For a World of lost sinners was slain.
So I'll cling to the old rugged cross,
Til my trophies at last I lay down.
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown.
I will ever be True to the old rugged cross
It's shame and reproach gladly bear.
For the Dear Lamb of God
Left His glory above to suffer
And die for us there.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
Till my trophies at last I lay down.
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown.
I had the privilege of singing this old hymn for the last two Easters for my ladies' bible study/prayer group. There are many new sacred songs today, but there is something so special about the old, familiar hymns. I think it is a shame that so many young people have never heard many of these great standards - it's a heritage they are are truly missing out on and that could be lost if not paid attention to. After all, we love Vintage!! Many of the old sacred hymns are the same ones that the beautiful ladies in the Victorian images that we so love, sang as they were worshipping the Lord (in their pretty dresses and huge hats).
So whenever I am asked to sing, I always try to pick out an old special hymn or at least a sacred song from the 1940s, 50s or 60s. I don't want them to die out and they surely do teach the gospel, simply and beautifully.
Most importantly, the grave could not keep Jesus down, on the third day, He arose, with a mighty triumph in His soul. He bought salvation, healing, peace and heaven for us. We just each need to ask Him for forgiveness and tell Him you accept his sacrifice on the cross, ask Him to come into your heart and life, and He promises that He will. It takes a decision and an act of your will, so come to Jesus, He is waiting for you. There is room at the cross for you....
Clinging to Him this Resurrection Day,
Cynthia K.
