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The Old Rugged Cross
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Aug 12, 2026 updated
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Don Moen performs the classic hymn "The Old Rugged Cross," which reflects on the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and the hope of eternal life. The song expresses love for the cross, despite its shame and suffering, because it brought salvation to sinners. The lyrics convey a commitment to cherish the cross and exchange earthly trophies for a heavenly crown. The hymn emphasizes themes of redemption, sanctification, and the promise of glory in heaven, offering comfort and assurance to believers.
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On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross
The emblem of suff'ring and shame
And I love that old cross where the dearest and best
For a world of lost sinners was slain
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown
In the old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine
A wondrous beauty I see
For 'twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died
To pardon and sanctify me
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown
To the old rugged cross I will ever be true
It's shame and reproach gladly bear
Then He'll call me some day to my home far away
Where His glory forever I'll share
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown
And exchange it some day for a crown