Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross

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

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

Near the cross, a trembling soul, Love and mercy found me; There the bright and morning star - Sheds its beams around me.

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.

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