HYMN #0747 SSS #747 • SS&S Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #747: The cross that He gave

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

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The cross that He gave may be heavy,
But it ne’er outweighs His grace:
The storm that I feared may surround me,
But it ne’er excludes His face.
The cross is not greater than His grace,
The storm cannot hide His blessed face
I am satisfied to know
That with Jesus here below,
I can conquer every foe.

2

The thorns in my path are not sharper
Than composed His crown for me:
The cup that I drink not more bitter
Than He drank in Gethsemane.

3

The light of His love shineth brighter,
As it falls on paths of woe:
The toil of my work groweth lighter,
As I stoop to raise the low.

4

His will I have joy in fulfilling,
As I’m walking in His sight:
My all to the blood I am bringing,
It alone can keep me right.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "The cross that He gave"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #747 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 4 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: Standard Metrical Hymnody
Stanza Structure: 4 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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