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When I Survey
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Aug 24, 2026 updated
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Tim Hughes leads a live rendition of Isaac Watts' classic hymn "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," a meditation on the crucifixion of Christ. The song reflects on the profound love and sorrow displayed at Calvary, prompting a response of total surrender and gratitude. The lyrics emphasize that worldly gains are nothing compared to the sacrifice of Jesus, and that such amazing love demands everything from the believer. The performance includes spontaneous expressions of thanks and love for the cross, making it a heartfelt worship moment.
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When I survey the wondrous cross
On which the prince of glory died
My richest gain I count but loss
And pour contempt on all my pride
See from his head, his hands, his feet
Sorrow and love flow mingled down
Did ever such love and sorrow meet
Or thorns compose so rich a crown
Were the whole realm of nature mine
That were an offering far too small
Love so amazing, so divine
Demands my soul, my life, my all
Thanks you for the cross, I thanks you for the cross, I thanks you for the cross, my Lord...
I love you for the cross, I love you for the cross, I love you for the cross, my Lord...