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The Old Rugged Cross

By Fountainview Academy

1,791 views Jul 3, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Fountainview Academy performs the classic hymn 'The Old Rugged Cross,' which reflects on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. The lyrics express love and devotion to the cross as the symbol of Christ's suffering and redemption for sinners. The singer pledges to remain faithful to the cross, bearing its shame, and looks forward to exchanging earthly burdens for a heavenly crown. The song emphasizes themes of salvation, the cross, and the hope of eternal glory with God.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross

The emblem of suffering and shame

And I love that old Cross where the dearest and best

For a world of lost sinners was slain


And I'll cherish the old rugged Cross

Till 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

Its shame and reproach gladly bear

And they'll call me some day to my home far away

Where His glory forever I'll share


And I'll cherish the old rugged Cross

Till my trophies at last I lay down

I will cling to the old rugged Cross

And exchange it some day for a crown


I will cling to the old rugged Cross

And exchange it some day for a crown


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