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When He Was On the Cross (I Was On His Mind)

By Sue Dodge

3,773 views Jun 17, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Sue Dodge's song 'When He Was On the Cross (I Was On His Mind)' reflects on the personal significance of Christ's crucifixion. The lyrics emphasize that Jesus, while suffering on the cross, was thinking of each individual. The singer acknowledges her own flaws and unworthiness, yet marvels at the mercy and love shown by Christ. The song connects the historical event of the cross to a personal relationship, highlighting that Jesus' sacrifice was motivated by love for every person. It is a reflective piece that focuses on the depth of God's love and the assurance of being known and loved by Him.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I'm not on an ego trip, I'm nothing on my own

I've made mistakes, and often slipped,

I'm just common flesh and bone

But I'll prove someday just why I say

I'm of a special kind

For when he was on the cross, I was on his mind


He knew me, yet he loved me

He whose glory makes the heavens shine

So unworthy, of such mercy

For when he was on the cross, I was on his mind


A look of love was on his face, the thorns upon his head

The blood ran down that sacred face, its stain was crimson red

But his eyes were on the crowd that day, Jesus looked ahead in time

For when he was on the cross, you and I were on his mind


He knew me, yet he loved me

He whose glory makes the heavens shine

So unworthy, of such mercy

For when he was on the cross, I was on his mind

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