HELD ON THE CROSS

Description HELD ON THE CROSS Scripture: Matthew 26:53 Key: C Time Signature: 3/4   Hymn Status: Partnership (An agreement between the hymn writer and R.J. Stevens Music, LLC.) Terms of Use:  This hymn is free to use for display and print but with the following exception(s): 1. The hymn writer does not want this hymn and its arrangement altered in any way. 2. The hymn writer does not want this hymn accompanied with instrumental music. Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16 Lyrics Verse 1: O, what led the One, True Light Thru darkness up the hill? It was not the mob with cords and might, But ’twas the Father’s will! Verse 2: O, what kept the Lamb of God So quiet and so still? It was not the shame of charges brought, But that it be fulfilled! Verse 3: O, what held the Prince of Peace In anguish on the cross? It was not the nails thru hands and feet, But love for all the lost! Verse 4: O, what caused the Shepherd great To lose His life that day? It was taken not by force or fate, But giv’n for sheep astray!