The Old Rugged Cross Made The Difference Lyrics & Chords

By William & Gloria Gaither

Verse 1

(C)Twas a life filled with (F)aimless despe(C)ration

Without hope walked the shell of a (D)man; (G)

Then a (C)hand with a nailprint stretched down(F)ward,

Just one (C)touch then a (G)new life be(C)gan.



Chorus:

And the (C)old rugged (F)cross made the (C)difference

In a life bound for heartache and de(D)feat; (G)

I will (C)praise Him forever and (F)ever

For the (C)cross made the (G)difference for (C)me.



Verse 2

Barren walls echoed harshness and anger

Little feet ran in terror to hide;

But, now those walls ring with love, warmth and laughter,

Since the giver of life moved inside.



Chorus:

And the old rugged cross made the difference

In a life bound for heartache and defeat;

I will praise Him forever and ever

For the cross made the difference for me.



Verse 3

There's a room filled with sad, ashen faces

Without hope death has wrapped them in gloom;

But at the side of a saint there's rejoicing,

For life can't be sealed in a tomb.

Easy chords for beginners. These lyrics are the property of the respective artist, authors and labels, they are intended solely for educational purposes and private study only. The chords and strumming pattern are my interpretation and their accuracy is not guaranteed.