Jesus, keep me near the cross. There a precious fountain;
Free to all, a healing stream Flows from Calvary's mountain.
*In the cross, in the cross Be my glory ever;
Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river.*
Near the cross, a trembling soul, Love and mercy found me;
There the bright and morning star Sheds its beams around me.
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.
Near the cross I'll watch and wait Helping, trusting ever;
Till I reach the golden strand, Just beyond the river.