The Old Rugged Cross
Embracing Redemption: The Profound Message of 'The Old Rugged Cross'
Lyrics
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross
Describes the location where an old, weathered cross is situated on a distant hill.
The emblem of suffering and shame
Portrays the cross as a symbol of both suffering and shame.
And I love that old cross where the dearest and best
Expresses love for the old cross, emphasizing its significance for the speaker.
For a world of lost sinners was slain
Explains that the cross is meaningful because it represents the sacrifice for lost sinners.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
Commits to cherishing the old rugged cross.
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
Anticipates a time when the speaker will lay down their achievements at the foot of the cross.
I will cling to the old rugged cross
Declares a determination to cling to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown
Looks forward to exchanging the cross for a crown in the future.
In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine
Describes the cross as stained with divine blood, highlighting its sacred and redemptive nature.
A wondrous beauty I see
Acknowledges the beauty seen in the wondrous sacrifice of Jesus on the old rugged cross.
For 'twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died
Recalls Jesus' suffering and death on the cross for the purpose of pardoning and sanctifying the speaker.
To pardon and sanctify me
Expresses gratitude for the cross's role in forgiveness and sanctification.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
Reiterates the commitment to cherish the old rugged cross.
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
Reaffirms the intention to lay down personal accomplishments at the cross.
I will cling to the old rugged cross
Declares a continued attachment to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown
Looks forward to a future exchange of the cross for a crown.
To the old rugged cross I will ever be true
Promises loyalty to the old rugged cross, willingly accepting its shame and reproach.
Its shame and reproach gladly bear
Anticipates a future call to a heavenly home where the speaker will share in God's glory.
Then He'll call me some day to my home far away
Emphasizes the enduring commitment to cling to the old rugged cross.
Where His glory forever I'll share
Foresees a time when the speaker will share in God's glory forever.
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
Reiterates the commitment to cherish the old rugged cross.
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
Reaffirms the intention to lay down personal accomplishments at the cross.
I will cling to the old rugged cross
Declares a continued attachment to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown
Looks forward to a future exchange of the cross for a crown.
Yes, I'll cling to the old rugged cross
Affirms a persistent clinging to the old rugged cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown
Reiterates the expectation of exchanging the cross for a crown in the future.
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