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290. Lord, as to Thy Dear Cross We Flee

Text Information
First Line: Lord, as to Thy dear cross we flee
Title: Lord, as to Thy Dear Cross We Flee
Author: John Hampden Gurney (1802-1862) (1838)
Meter: C.M. 8.6.8.6.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1972
Scripture:
Topic: Book One: Hymns, Songs, Chorales; Christian Life: Nonresistance to Evil, Agape Love
Notes: Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you. Mt. 5:44.
Tune Information
Name: GREEN HILL
Composer: Albert Lister Peace (1844-1912) (1885)
Meter: C.M. 8.6.8.6.
Key: E♭ Major
Notes: M.M. 69



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