Author: William J. Sparrow-Simpson, 1860-1952 Hymnal: Hymnal Supplement 98 #823 (1998) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Hymnal Title: Hymnal Supplement 98 Lyrics: 1 Cross of Jesus, cross of sorrow,
Where the blood of Christ was shed,
Perfect man on thee did suffer,
Perfect God on thee has bled!
2 Here the King of all the ages,
Throned in light ere worlds could be,
Robed in mortal flesh is dying,
Crucified by sin for me.
3 O mysterious condescending!
O abandonment sublime!
Very God Himself is bearing
All the sufferings of time!
4 Cross of Jesus, cross of sorrow,
Where the blood of Christ was shed,
Perfect man on thee did suffer,
Perfect God on thee has bled! Topics: Lent; Canticles and Service Music; Cross and Comfort; Good Friday; Holy Cross Day (Sept. 14) Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11 Languages: English Tune Title: CROSS OF JESUS
Cross of Jesus, Cross of Sorrow