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Waiting at the Cross

Representative Text

1 Jesus, I am waiting now,
Weary, worn and weak;
At the cross I’m bending low,
Peace and rest I seek.

Refrain:
Jesus, I am waiting now,
Longing to be blest;
Speak the blessed words to me,
Come, I’ll give thee rest.

2 Long I’ve wandered far from Thee,
In the paths of sin;
Let my sorrow plead for me,
Jesus, take me in. [Refrain]

3 Chase my heart’s unrest away,
Bid its trembling cease;
Let me feel Thy love today,
Give me Thy sweet peace. [Refrain]

Source: The Cyber Hymnal #13299

Author: Ella Dudley Cheek

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Text Information

First Line: Jesus, I am waiting now
Title: Waiting at the Cross
Author: Ella Dudley Cheek
Meter: 7.5.7.5 with refrain
Language: English
Refrain First Line: Jesus, I am waiting now
Copyright: Public Domain

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The Cyber Hymnal #13299
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