Come to the Cross (with lyrics)-- Teresa A. poertner

Listen to the official release of "Come to the Cross," a powerful 1950s traditional country gospel waltz written and performed by Teresa A. Poertner. This song is a tender but urgent call for every heavy heart to find rest at the feet of Jesus. Through her signature high lonesome delivery, Teresa points us directly to the finished work of Christ and the comfort of His grace. We invite you to subscribe and join our music ministry as we continue to preserve uncompromised scriptural truth, and old-time country gospel heritage. 📖 Holy Scripture Foundations (King James Version) Matthew 11:28 – "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Hebrews 4:16 – "Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." 1 Peter 5:7 – "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." ___________________________________________________________________ 📜 Official Song Credits Song Title: Come to the Cross Vocals: Teresa A. Poertner Written by: Teresa A. Poertner Release Date: 07/03/2026 PRODUCTION & MUSICIANSHIP *Executive Producer / Visionary Director: Teresa A. Poertner/ Billy Poertner *Digital Music Manager & Arrangement Strategist: Jarvis P. Coffman *Lead Vocals: Teresa A. Poertner *Instrumentation: Weeping pedal steel, mournful/flying fiddle, church acoustics *Recording Acoustic Profile: 1950s traditional style church acoustics ___________________________________________________________________ Lyrics: (Verse 1) The Savior is calling the heavy and weak To grant you the peace that your spirit seeks Lay down every burden of worry and care And look up to heaven in deep, earnest prayer (Chorus) Come to the cross where the Savior did bleed He is the direct satisfaction you need He offers a shelter from sorrow and pain And washes the spirit like midsummer rain (Verse 2) The world will deceive you with riches and pride But peace only lives by Jesus' side The cross is a beacon that shines in the night To guide every traveler into the light (Chorus) Come to the cross where the Savior did bleed He is the direct satisfaction you need He offers a shelter from sorrow and pain And washes the spirit like midsummer rain (Bridge) His mercy is flowing so deep and so wide No soul is rejected who walks at His side The ransom is settled, the victory won By Jesus the Savior, the glorious Son (Outro) Come to the cross where the Savior did bleed He is the direct satisfaction you need He offers a shelter from sorrow and pain And washes the spirit like midsummer rain #music #countrygospel #teresaapoertner #southerngospel #traditionalhymns #billypoertner