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Rock Of Ages
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Aug 18, 2026 updated
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Shane & Shane perform the classic hymn "Rock of Ages," a timeless expression of total dependence on Christ's sacrifice for salvation. The song emphasizes that human effort cannot earn forgiveness; only Jesus' blood and righteousness can cleanse sin and save from wrath. It portrays the believer hiding in the "Rock of Ages," clinging to the cross, and trusting in God's grace alone. The lyrics also look forward to death and judgment, finding hope in Christ as the merciful King. This rendition by Norton Hall Band preserves the hymn's reverent, reflective tone, inviting listeners to rest in the finished work of Christ.
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Rock of Ages cleft for me
Let me hide myself in Thee
Let the water and the blood
From thy wounded side which flowed
Be of sin the double cure
Save from wrath and make me pure
Not the labors of my hands
Can fulfill Thy law's demands
Could my zeal no respite know
Could my tears forever flow
All for sin could not atone
Thou must save and Thou alone
Nothing in my hand I bring
Simply to the cross I cling
Naked come to Thee for dress
Helpless look to Thee for grace
Foul I to the fountain fly
Wash me Savior or I die
Jesus holy pure and lovely
King of mercy
Jesus holy pure and lovely
King of mercy
Jesus holy pure and lovely
King of mercy
While I draw this fleeting breath
When my eyes shall close in death
When I soar to worlds unknown
See Thee on Thy judgment throne
Rock of Ages cleft for me
Let me hide myself in Thee
Jesus holy pure and lovely
King of mercy hope of glory
Jesus holy pure and lovely
King of mercy
Rock of Ages cleft for me
Let me hide myself in Thee