189. Sweet the moments, rich in blessing

1 Sweet the moments, rich in blessing,
Which before the cross I spend,
Life, and health, and peace possessing
From the sinner's dying friend.

2 Here I rest, in wonder viewing
All my sins on Jesus laid,
Here I see redemption flowing
From the sacrifice he made.

3 Here I find the dawn of heaven,
While upon the cross I gaze
See my trespasses forgiven,
And my songs of triumph raise.

4 O that, near the cross abiding,
I may to the Saviour cleave,
Nought with him my heart dividing,
All for him content to leave.

Amen.

Text Information
First Line: Sweet the moments, rich in blessing
Author: James Allen (1757)
Adapter: Walter Shirley (1770)
Meter: 8. 7. 8. 7.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1961
Scripture:
Topic: Christ, The Lord Jesus; Christ: Cross of; Christ: Death of (2 more...)
Tune Information
Name: CROSS OF JESUS
Composer: Sir John Stainer (1887)
Meter: 8. 7. 8. 7.
Key: G Major



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