Intro: F G C C G F Verse 1: To some its just an emblem, a formality; Dm G C It's a symbol that's been used so frequently F G Many blaspheme and despise. C F Though its ancient it abides. Dm F G A shrine to death that stands for life to me. F G C Chorus: There was a cross made for the Son of God at Calvary. F G C Two pieces of rough timber on a hill. F G Through His hands and through His feet, C F He took the nails for you and me. Dm F G Angels watched as He died for the lost. F G C Though He could have walked away He chose the cross. C G F Verse 2: You see why this old emblem is so dear to me. Dm G C It stood for suffering, yet it brought us peace. F G C F It bridged the gap for man, offered cleansing for our sins; Dm F G An icon that reminds us that we're free.(Repeat Chorus) Dm F C Bridge: God forbid that I should ever let my memory fade Dm C But forever keep the cross in view F G A For that's where I was saved, I was saved G A D Chorus: There was a cross made for the Son of God at Calvary. G A D Two pieces of rough timber on a hill. G A Through His hands and through His feet, D G He took the nails for you and me. Em G A Angels watched as He died for the lost. G A D Though He could have walked away He chose the cross. G A G D Though He could have walked away He chose the cross.