1.⁠Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain
Free to all, a healing stream, Flows from Calvary's mountain.
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⁠In the cross, in the cross Be my glory forever;
⁠Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river.(Last v.) Amen.
2.⁠Near the cross, a trembling soul Love and mercy found me;
There the Bright and Morning Star Sheds its beams around me.
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3.⁠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.
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4.⁠Near the cross I'll watch and wait, Hoping, trusting ever,
Till I reach the golden strand, Just beyond the river.
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