The Old Rugged Cross
Embracing Redemption: The Profound Journey of the Old Rugged Cross
Lyrics
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross,
Refers to a location where an old, weathered cross was situated at a distance.
The emblem of suffering and shame;
The cross symbolizes suffering and disgrace.
And I love that old cross where the dearest and best
Expresses affection for the old cross where the most beloved and valuable (Jesus Christ) was sacrificed for the salvation of sinful humanity.
For a world of lost sinners was slain.
Emphasizes the sacrifice of Jesus for the world's lost sinners by dying on the cross.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross,
States a commitment to value and hold dear the old cross.
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
Intends to hold onto the belief in the old cross until personal achievements are surrendered at the end of life.
I will cling to the old rugged cross,
Expresses determination to stick to the old cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown.
Aim to replace the old rugged cross with a heavenly reward in the future.
O that old rugged cross, so despised by the world,
Highlights the contrast between the world's disdain for the cross and the singer's personal fascination and admiration for it.
Has a wondrous attraction for me;
Expresses the captivating allure of the old rugged cross to the singer.
For the dear Lamb of God left His glory above
Portrays Jesus, the Lamb of God, leaving heavenly glory to bear the cross to the place of crucifixion (Calvary).
To bear it to dark Calvary.
Emphasizes Jesus' sacrificial journey to Calvary.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross,
Reiterates the singer's intention to hold the old rugged cross in high esteem.
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
Desire to maintain belief in the old cross until personal achievements are relinquished at life's end.
I will cling to the old rugged cross,
Commitment to adhere to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown.
Hope to exchange the old cross for a heavenly reward in the future.
In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine,
Sees divine beauty in the old cross because it was stained with Jesus' blood.
A wondrous beauty I see,
Recognizes the beauty despite the bloodstains due to the cross's significance in Jesus' sacrifice.
For 'twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died,
Highlights Jesus' suffering and death on the cross for the singer's forgiveness and sanctification.
To pardon and sanctify me.
Emphasizes Jesus' purpose of granting forgiveness and sanctification through His sacrifice on the cross.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross,
Declares the commitment to cherish the old rugged cross.
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
Resolution to hold on to the belief in the old cross until personal achievements are surrendered at life's end.
I will cling to the old rugged cross,
Determination to adhere to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown.
Aspiration to trade the old cross for a heavenly reward in the future.
To the old rugged cross I will ever be true;
Promises to remain loyal to the old rugged cross despite shame and reproach.
Its shame and reproach gladly bear;
Willingness to bear the disgrace associated with the old cross.
Then He'll call me some day to my home far away,
Anticipates a future call to a heavenly home where the singer will share eternal glory.
Where His glory forever I'll share.
Envisions sharing in Jesus' eternal glory in a heavenly home.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross,
Reaffirms the commitment to cherish the old rugged cross.
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
Intent to hold onto belief in the old cross until personal achievements are surrendered at life's end.
I will cling to the old rugged cross,
Commitment to adhere to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown.
Hope to exchange the old cross for a heavenly reward in the future.
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