In the Cross of Christ I Glory

Hymn lyrics by John Bowring,
Music by Ithamar D. Conkey,
Alt. tune by W. G. Whinfield

Verse 1

In the cross of Christ I glory,

Towering o’er the wrecks of time;

All the light of sacred story

Gathers round its head sublime.

Verse 2

When the woes of life o’ertake me,

Hopes deceive, and fears annoy,

Never shall the cross forsake me;

Lo! It glows with peace and joy.

Verse 3

When the sun of bliss is beaming

Light and love upon my way,

From the cross the radience streaming

Adds more luster to the day.

Verse 4

Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure,

By the cross are sanctified;

Peace is there that knows no measure,

Joys that through all time abide.

Verse 5

(Same as verse 1)