Jesus Upon The Cross

The bruised and battered, bleeding Lord, Christ Jesus nailed upon the cross, Appears in truth before my eyes: Reminding me, the love of God! The crown of thorns upon His head, To mock the greatest ‘King of kings’, So deeply pierced His scalp to skull: What pain they must have caused till dead! His back had gashes by lashes; A spear had pierced His very heart; The nails driven in wrists and feet, Had broken bones to reach the wood. His anguished face was calm and kind; He paid the bloody price for sins Of every sinner – all mankind! Oh, what a supreme sacrifice! Forgive us Lord; forget our sins; They caused thine death upon the cross; ‘The Son obeyed His Father’s wish! ’ Must I remain then still selfish? Copyright by Dr John Celes 13-09-10