When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

 

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

Jesus, perfect in every way, loved us then, Loves us still and always will. What He did on the cross for us was more than any one of us could be prideful or boast about in anything we do. His death was the greatest achievement of mankind. Not because He died, but because He did it for you and I. He suffered and loved us at the same time. His love demands us to love Him back and give our lives over to Him. How can we think of doing anything less?

Lyrics by Isaac Watts, arranged by Lowell Mason

“When I survey the wondrous cross, on which the Prince of glory died. My richest gain I count but loss and pour contempt on all my pride.

Forbid it Lord, that I should boast, save in the death of Christ, my God; All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to His blood.

See, from His head, His hands, His feet, sorrow and love flow mingled down; Did ere such love and sorrow meet, or thorns compose so rich a crown?

Were the whole realm of nature mine, that were a present far too small; Love so amazing. So divine, demands my soul, my life, my all.  Amen.”

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We Would See Jesus

 

We Would See Jesus

In our lifetime, there are shadows of doubt, weakness of faith, and sorrows to bear. What we need is God’s grace and the strength to bear our daily struggles. When we see Jesus, we experience His grace and the blessings He bestows on us. We need Him more than anything else this world has to offer. We can let go of all our fears and weaknesses when we see Jesus.

Lyrics by Anna B. Warner, arranged by Felix Mendelsohn Bartholdy

“ We would see Jesus, for the shadows lengthen across this little landscape of our life; We would see Jesus, our weak faith to strengthen for the last weariness, the final strife.

We would see Jesus, the great rock foundation, where on our feet were set by sovereign grace; Not life, nor death, with all their agitation, can thence remove us, if we see His face.

We would see Jesus, other lights are paling, which for long years we have rejoiced to see; The blessings of our pilgrimage are failing; We would not mourn them, for we go to Thee.

We would see Jesus; This is all we’re needing; Strength, joy, and willingness come with the sight; We would see Jesus, dying, risen, pleading; Then welcome, day! And farewell mortal night!”

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Jesus Only, Let Me See

 

Jesus Only, Let Me See

When Jesus walked this earth, His apostles and disciples followed Him. They got to know the sound of His voice, the sound of His footsteps. They learned His words and they worshipped Him. We don’t have the physical body of Jesus here now, but we do have Him in our lives. We also can hear His voice and learn His Words. We can use His example to lead others to Christ. So much so, that others can see Jesus in us. If others can’t see Jesus, then we need to get into His word, to learn His voice and let Him guide us. Let Jesus live in us, so others can know His footsteps.

Lyrics by Oswald J. Smith, arranged by Daniel B. Towner

“For salvation full and free, purchased once on Calvary, Christ alone shall be my plea, Jesus! Jesus only.

He my guide from day to day, as I journeyed on life’s way; Close beside Him let me stay, Jesus! Jesus only.

May my model ever be Christ the Lord, and none save He, that the world may see in me Jesus! Jesus only.

He shall reign from shore to shore, His the glory evermore, Heaven and earth shall bow before Jesus! Jesus only.

Jesus only, let me see, Jesus only, none save He, then my song shall ever be, Jesus! Jesus only!”

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Ten Thousand Angels

 

Ten Thousand Angels

It was in the garden where Jesus was praying that they bound His hands and took Him away. They crowned Him with thorns and mocked Him. He didn’t respond and let them have their way with Him. He could have called ten thousand angels to rescue Him and destroy those who mistreated Him. Instead, He willingly let His accusers lead Him to the cross and nailed His hands and feet. He did this because He loves us and because He wants us to have salvation with Him in heaven.

Lyrics by Ray Overholt, arranged by Ray Overholt

“They bound the hands of Jesus in the garden where He prayed; They led Him through the streets in shame. They spat upon the Savior so pure and free from sin; They said, “Crucify Him; He’s to blame.”

Upon His precious head they placed a crown of thorns; They laughed and said, “Woman, behold the King!” They struck Him and they cursed Him and mocked His holy name. All alone He suffered everything.

When they nailed Him to the cross, His mother stood nearby; He said, “Woman, behold thy son!” He cried, “I thirst for water,” but they gave Him none to drink. Then the sinful work of man was done.

To the howling mob He yielded; He did not for mercy cry. The cross of shame He took alone. And when He cried, “It’s finished”, He gave Himself to die; Salvations wondrous plan was done.

He could have called ten thousand angels to destroy the world and set Him free. He could have called ten thousand angels, but he died alone, for you and me.”

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Nearer the Cross

 

Nearer the Cross

This morning at church one of our elders came forward and announced that He was diagnosed with lung cancer. He could have become anxious and fearful but knowing God He has given his trust and faith in the Great Physician. When we hand over our worries to God, then we are coming nearer to the Cross. Jesus is first and foremost in our life and we don’t have any need to live under the circumstance, but God helps us live above the circumstance, leaning on Him in every way. Let us all draw nearer to the Cross and put our faith and trust in the Almighty God.

Lyrics by Fanny J. Crosby, arranged by Phoebe P. Knapp

“Nearer the cross!” my heart can say, I am coming nearer, nearer the cross from day to day, I am coming nearer; Nearer the cross where Jesus died, Nearer the fountain’s crimson tide, nearer my Savior’s wounded side. I am coming nearer; I am coming nearer.

Nearer the Christian’s mercy seat, I am coming nearer, feasting my soul on manna sweet, I am coming nearer; stronger in faith, clearer I see Jesus who gave Himself for me; Nearer to Him I still would be, still I’m coming nearer, still I’m coming nearer.

Nearer in prayer my hope aspires, I am coming nearer, deeper the love my soul desires, I am coming nearer; Nearer the end of toil and care, nearer the joy I long to share, nearer the crown I soon shall wear; I am coming nearer, I am coming nearer.”

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Near the Cross

 

Near the Cross

Being near the cross means to be near Jesus, the one that shed His blood for us. Even though His day of death was dark and dreary, His light shined through the darkness and glowed all around His followers. It still glows around those of us who follow Him today. We watch and wait and stay near the cross so that someday when Jesus appears, we will be taken with Him to the golden strand. Just beyond the river.

Lyrics by Fanny J. Crosby, arranged by William H. Doane

“Jesus, keep me near the cross, there a precious fountain free to all a healing stream, flows from Calvary’s mountain.

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 over me.

Near the cross I’ll watch and wait, hoping, trusting ever, till I reach the golden strand, just beyond the river.

In the cross, in the cross, be my glory ever; Till my raptured soul shall find rest beyond the river.”

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Come, Holy Spirit

 

Come, Holy Spirit

When Jesus ascended into heaven, He sent His Holy Spirit to dwell in us, to comfort, guide and instruct us. He gives us peace in the difficult times and joy in the happy times. He warns us when we are about to do something contrary to God’s word. And grants us grace when we fall short of God’s glory. If we listen and watch for Him, we will know this to be true.

Lyrics Lilly Herman Wells, arranged by Kenneth H. Wells

“Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly dove, descend upon my heart; Fill all my soul with perfect love, Thy wondrous peace impart.

Come, Holy Spirit, cleansing fire, Thou purifying flame; Burn out the dross of base desire, and cleanse in Jesus’ name.

Come, Holy Spirit, mighty power I claim the promised Word; That grace be mine each passing hour, to witness for my Lord.

Come, Holy Spirit, fill me now, my spirit yearns for Thee; With faith before Thy throne, I bow, and claim Thy gift for me.”

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