Good Friday, April 3, 2026
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
John 18:1–19:42
Beth Judd
Interim Dean of Shelton Chapel
“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross,” Glory to God Hymnal #223
Text: Isaac Watts
Music: Lowell Mason
This intensely personal hymn serves as a lament as we visualize and internalize the death of Jesus on the cross. Verse three likens the flowing of the blood of Christ to His profound sorrow and deep love for God’s people. The final verse reflects that if we were to offer the whole world in response to Christ’s sacrifice, it would not be enough. We must give “our soul, our life, and our all.”
The musical selection above is performed by Dr. Jill Nennmann, Austin Seminary interim organist.