Jesus, keep me near the cross,
Verse 1
Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain, Free to all-a healing stream, Flows from Calv'ry mountain.
Chorus
In the cross, in the cross, Be my glory ever; From the cross my ransomed soul Nothing then shall sever.
Verse 2
Near the cross, a trembling soul, Love and mercy found me; There the Bright and Morning Star Sheds its 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 shadows o'er me.
Verse 4
Near the cross I'll watch and wait, Hoping, trusting ever, Till I see my Savior's face, Leave His presence never.