Here is something totally fun!!! Song Discovery… one of the leading sources of new grassroots worship songs… is featuring one of the recent songs I’ve written entitled “In The Cross Of Christ I Glory.”

One of the things I’ve been doing lately is reading and meditating on some of the ancient hymns of the church. I just love the rich language and lyrical way that deep theological ideas are presented. That is the inspiration behind “In The Cross Of Christ I Glory.”

I was reading an old hymn entitled “In The Cross Of Christ.” I was inspired by the line – “In the cross of Christ I glory. Tow’ring o’er the wrecks of time.” I began to think about Paul’s statement – “he that glories, let him glory in the Lord.” As I applied that to this idea of glorying in the cross of Christ, my thoughts were racing about how the cross towers over all the guilt and shame in our lives. It represents the place where God’s love shines brighter than the stain of our own sin and our blame is entirely removed. It stands as a reminder of redemption and forgiveness. It stands as a welcome sign for all sinners… extending the invitation to come and receive the love of God.

Then the words to the chorus just filled my mind….

How rich, how pure
How measureless
O love of God
How limitless
It shall endure
Forevermore
O love of God, O love of God

This song has become one of our main staples of worship at Ocean Hills Church. It serves as a constant reminder of God’s love and grace. I love using it especially for communion and Easter services.