Author: George William Kitchin, 1827-1912; Michael Robert Newbolt Hymnal: The New Century Hymnal #198 (1995) Meter: 10.10 with refrain First Line: Come, Christians follow where our Savior trod Refrain First Line: Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim Lyrics: Refrain:
Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim;
Let all adore that sacred name.
1 Come, Christians, follow where our Savior trod,
the Lamb victorious, Christ, the Son of God. [Refrain]
2 Each newborn servant of the Crucified
bears on the brow the seal of Christ who died. [Refrain]
3 O Lord, once lifted on the glorious tree,
your death has brought us life eternally. [Refrain]
4 Set up your throne, that earth's despair may cease,
beneath the shadow of its healing peace. [Refrain]
5 So shall our song of triumph ever be:
praise to the Crucified for victory. [Refrain] Topics: Adoration and Praise Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ Lamb of God; Jesus Christ Savior; Lent; Processional Hymns; Year A Holy Cross; Year B Holy Cross; Year C Easter 4; Year C Holy Cross Scripture: Romans 6:3-8 Languages: English Tune Title: CRUCIFER
Lift High the Cross