Author: George W. Kitchin; Michael R. Newbolt Meter: 10.10.10.10 Appears in 95 hymnals First Line: Come, Christians, follow where our Savior trod Refrain First Line: Lift high the Cross, the love of Christ proclaim Lyrics: Refrain:
Lift high the Cross, the love of Christ proclaim,
Till all the world adore His sacred name.
1 Come, Christians, follow where our Savior trod,
Our King victorious, Christ, the Son of God. [Refrain]
2 Led on their way by this triumphant sign,
The hosts of God in conqu'ring ranks combine. [Refrain]
3 O Lord, once lifted on the glorious Tree,
As Thou hast promised, draw men unto Thee. [Refrain]
4 Set up Thy throne, that earth's despair may cease
Beneath the shadow of its healing peace. [Refrain]
5 For Thy blest Cross which doth for all atone,
Creation's praises rise before Thy throne. [Refrain] Topics: Christ Atonement, Crucifixion, Suffering and Death Used With Tune: CRUCIFER
Lift High the Cross