I remember growing up hearing my momma sing this.. As I got older, I strayed away and started getting into the dark arts, but God never gave up on me, he was always right by my side and for years I tried to deny him but he would not let me go.. I lost my momma 3 years ago to septic shock and my world spiraled out of control, my heart shattered into a million tiny pieces I cared for no one, nothing, I didn't care if I lived or died... but then one day, God busted my heart wide open, the tears started flowing and I knew where I belonged, I prayed and the tears would not stop coming, I told God I was so sorry for everything I had ever done that hurt him and to please forgive me and to work in me to show me what it was that he wanted me to do.. I have a peaceful heart now, where as before, I was always fighting and arguing, but people, let me tell you, he took all of that away, he replaced the bitterness in my heart with his peace and undying love... What an amazing love he has for us... Undying and ever faithful he is... Thank you God for not ever giving up on me... Just wanted to share.. Stay blessed and stay safe...
I am a mature born again Christian 78 now. Have served the Lord in both full time service & as a lay person. But I was born & raised as italian catholic but with chaotic parents. As I look back and I see so many times the Lord preserved me, protected me from ruination. During a near deadly situation I was 14 & put all alone on a train from Los Angeles to NYC with no money for food. Sitting next to me was a young sailor on his way home to Chicago. I believe he was the first angel God Sent to me. I had never heard a protestant music, he patiently sat for hours teaching me this song. He was kind & realized I had not eaten & bought me a chicken sandwich & some milk, I know I will see my navy boy in heaven one day. I've never forgot him, but I never got his name. A few years later the lord sent a door to door Bible salesman to my door. He is the one that led me to the lord 59 years ago last February. I was being drawn to the Lord since I was 5 years old. Our steps are ordered of the Lord. It is he who directs us to himself. I am so full of joy, love, peace, love of God in my ending years. He gave me an incredible life. Now I feel he's coming sooner than later. Hallelujah thine the glory. Even so come Lord Jesus come.
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross The emblem of suffering and shame And I love that old cross where the dearest and best For a world of lost sinners was slain So I'll cherish the old rugged cross Till my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine, A wondrous beauty I see; For ’twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died, To pardon and sanctify me. So I'll cherish the old rugged cross Till my trophies at last I lay down And I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown To the old rugged cross I will ever be true It's shame and reproach gladly bear Then he'll call me someday to my home far away Where his glory forever I'll share So I'll cherish the old rugged cross Till my trophies at last I lay down And I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown Yes i'll cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown
I absolutely adore this song. My greatest hero and the most godly man I know, my father, passed away November 23/19 after being diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. He was in such peace and little pain. He loved this song. I love this song. I listened to this so much during that time. A prodigal son and a praying father both cherished the old rugged cross. One day I will lay my trophies down and see my Beautiful Savior Jesus Christ and my amazing dad. I LOVE SONG!!!!
I'm in the midst of a war in North-East India, more than 240 churches have been burnt...More than 60,000 lives displaced, Please pray for Christian communities here, please please. What a comfort, as I listen to this song.
God gave me an opportunity to teach many North East students.I am so much blessed.My prayers is with you my students.I am one of the teacher of CTC Bangalore.
Magdalena, I was booked to fly in to visit my Mom, when I got a call from hospice telling me she passed away. The hospice caregiver told me that was the song she most wanted to hear before she passed. She taught me the words as a child. I miss my Mom too, she died in 2011, but we will sing it together someday, and you and your Mom can join us!💟♎💟
I lost my husband seven months ago. Fifteen minutes in to this video, I let loose and cried...for the loss of what could have been, for for the joy of what we had. I look around at the photos I have of him and smile through tears. This music is so soothing, so healing. May God be with us all as we wait to join our loved ones. Accept Jesus into your hearts, be still and know He is God! Rest in peace, Robbie...I love you!
This was my Grandparents favorite song! They're both in Heaven and I miss them both so much I cry every day and every time I hear this song! But I know they're with Jesus!!🙏🙏❤️❤️
On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross The emblem of suff'ring and shame And I love that old Cross where the dearest and best For a world of lost sinners was slain So I'll cherish the old rugged Cross Till my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged Cross And exchange it some day for a crown Oh, that old rugged Cross so despised by the world Has a wondrous attraction for me For the dear Lamb of God, left his Glory above To bear it to dark Calvary So I'll cherish the old rugged Cross Till my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged Cross And exchange it some day for a crown In the old rugged Cross, stain'd with blood so divine A wondrous beauty I see For the dear Lamb of God, left his Glory above To pardon and sanctify me So I'll cherish the old rugged Cross Till my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged Cross And exchange it some day for a crown To the old rugged Cross, I will ever be true Its shame and reproach gladly bear Then He'll call me some day to my home far away Where his glory forever I'll share So I'll cherish the old rugged Cross Till my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged Cross And exchange it some day for a crown
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross The emblem of suffering and shame And I love that old cross where the dearest and best For a world of lost sinners was slain So I'll cherish the old rugged cross 'Til my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine A wondrous beauty I see For 'twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died To pardon and sanctify me So I'll cherish the old rugged cross 'Til my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown To the old rugged cross I will ever be true Its shame and reproach gladly bear Then He'll call me some day to my home far away Where His glory forever I'll share So I'll cherish the old rugged cross 'Til my trophies at last I lay down I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown Yes, I'll cling to the old rugged cross And exchange it some day for a crown
I become an active Christian in local church when I was 33 years old. I practically involved in local church ministry. But one thing is missing for me. For years and years I have been praying that God will put the right tune melody into my voice. I was off key from day one. In 2009 at age 65 years old, I found the right voice. God indeed answered my prayer. But instead of singing blessed Gospel Song, Christian songs, I side track to Gentile melody for 10 years now. Like Moses sidetrack for 40 years in the wilderness. I had 3 near-death-vehicular accident. The last recent accident, a big van hit the corner right side of my sedan and my car literally flew, airborne, turn turtle in the air hit the open big box cement culvert down and the car landed in the deep water on 4 wheels. It was a miracle. The sedan was totally damage, shrink. But I came out unscratched. One day I heard this song "The Old Rugged Song'' on radio. I thought He touch me to go back on the right track, to the God's service. I started a Bible Study now in a Public School with teachers around who are hungry to know the truth of the Bible . I am leading this Bible Study. Please pray that the Spirit of God will put His word and desire to me to bring the lost to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
I woke up this morning with this song running through my mind. I had not heard or thought of this song for over 40 years! Thank you Lord for bringing this back to me! Guy does it justice as he does in all his music. ❤🙏😷
Ever since I was a small child God has used this song to move me to tears remembering the cross/Jesus. Beautiful arrangement and performance of a timeless classic. Thank you.
I will cling to the old rugged cross because that's where my help comes from. Am going through a very difficult phase of my life😥 as things stand, I still trust in God. 🙏🙏
Such an emotional old hymn, still cherished to this day. We are reminded of the sacrifice that Jesus did for all. This was one of my dear aunt Minnie's favourite and I can see why 🙏😇
To Gods believer ,during the time of lockdown,i was on multiple feeling of uncertainty ,a feeling of fear,insecurity,hopeless,but to be honest with you,im bless because the time with those fear,i turn to Jesus and trusted on Him that He will save,i got hope,and total peace and contentment,,i confess and give myself to Him who owns me,now I have no dought i got Jesus on my heart,and im not afraid at all.
I use to stand on a white all wooden pew . With me by my grandma. And we'd sing The Old Rugged Cross. I was 3 had the song rembered by heart. It was and still one of my favorite songs. It brings me back to fond memories. Guy you sing it beautifully. Thank you 1/21/2022
Simply Amazingly beautiful! Shed a few tears. One day we will all slip into the hands of Jesus, His perfect plan is just plain simply incredible. Cannot even really be fathomed. Peace, love, freedom, and prosperity to all good souls. I love you all!
My all time, favorite song. He sings this O so well. Thank you for all that you do with this gospel song. You are the farthest, and the greatest with this old rugged cross song. Thank you.
This tells how far our Jesus went to forgive us and the promise of eternal life in heaven with him and our heavenly father . God bless you Guy.✝️🙏✝️🙏✝️
Deelnoor Ahmed just ask Jesus to come into your life and save you, and tell him you give your heart to him and you want to live for him the rest of your life.. Barbadian/Canadian 79 years Jesus never fail me yet be blessed my child love you.
Guy Penrod,makes this song so magnificent, bless you ,my favourite song.he gives it so much meaning.love it from me in South Africa. The painting is awesome
this is one of my mother's favorites...in His honor and her memory, it was played at her funeral. Peace at last, Praise God, our eternal Saviour, our Redeemer.
It was my mother's favorite as well. She would always have me play it on the violin for her. She too is now with Jesus. Here I am playing this song....I hope you can listen to it. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JAZ5WtI8Q_g.html
I remember my mama singing this song, God I miss her so much. She just passed away I love her so much. I have been left broken hearted thank you for the beautiful music. It brings back so many memories.
That cross may be called a rugged cross but its story will be remembered for all eternity, the eternal race will never stop talking and singing about it. It was the day God showed His love.
When I lost hope in life,this beautiful and amazing song's hit my heart and I say to myself "oh, because of him,I am still alive till today, because he die for me in that rugged cross",, it's so meaningful that my life is changed,from sinners to worshiper. Amen glory to God
When I was young, my sisters & I sang this song, along with many other greats, with our mom while she played her piano organ. I miss that long gone time so much!
Im so happy this video has over 5 million views ! It gives me hope today in a world spiraling out of control . But there is much work to do as there are 330 million people in the USA alone . God Bless You .
I do not remember how I came across you. But you're such a beautiful singer you inspired me so much. I suffered a terrible stroke during the pandemic. So life has been my mom is the very yard. I just lost my mom at Christmas little companion dog. In June it's been very hard to go on, as yes, you can't get any support from anywhere these days. My mom loved the song the older I've been crossed. She always told me she wanted that saying in her funeral. And also Many of your other songs I listen to every single day. Many times throughout the day. It has restored some inspiration in my life. Wish I could meet you. Your voice is so inspiring i've Forwarded many of your songs to my Facebook group friends and my stroke survivor Facebook group to give others the inspiration you've given me. Don't ever Change, you seem like you are a beautiful man on the inside and outsidown to earth. I wish you well and continue to inspire others y Your new number one fan Wanda K e s s e l From regina saskatchewan canada
May God continue to bless Guy Penrod, his wife and 8 children! I am truly blessed by the wonderful gift that God has given him... And us A Beautiful voice!
