Verse 1

Must Jesus bear the cross alone, And all the world go free? No, there's a cross for everyone, And there's a cross for me.

Verse 2

How happy are the saints above, Who once went sorr'wing here! But now they taste unmingled love, And joy without a tear.

Verse 3

The consecrated cross I'll bear Till death shall set me free; And then go home my crown to wear, For there's a crown for me.

Verse 4

Upon the crystal pavement down At Jesus' pierced feet, Joyful I'll cast my golden crown And His dear Name repeat.

Verse 5

O precious cross! O glorious crown! O resurrection day! When Christ the Lord from heav'n comes down And bears my soul away.