Near the Cross

1.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. 2.Near the cross, a trembling soul, Love and mercy found me; There the bright and morning star Sheds its beams around me. (Refrain) 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. (Refrain) 4.Near the cross I'll watch and wait, Hoping, trusting ever, Till I reach the golden strand Just beyond the river. (Refrain)