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Explore the profound lyrics of "I Am Thine, O Lord" by Fanny Crosby, a hymn about surrendering to God and experiencing divine grace. This sacred selection delves into themes of consecration, prayer, and hope, guiding listeners to draw nearer to the cross and find joy in God's presence. Discover the transformative power of faith and the importance of communing with God in prayer. Let the timeless message of this hymn inspire you to deepen your relationship with the Lord.
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“I Am Thine, O Lord”(Draw me nearer) #4, Sacred Selections
Background • Author – Frances Jan Van Alstyne (pen name for Fanning J Crosby (1820-1915)) • Published around 1875 • Music composed by William H Doane • A song about surrender I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 1 - Surrender • I am Thine, O Lord – do we belong to Him? • Romans 12:1-2 • Galatians 3:27 – put on ChristRomans 13:14 • Galatians 2:20 – I am crucified with Christ I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 1 - Surrender • I have heard Thy voice – He speaks through His word • Hebrews 1:1-2 – through His Son (John 6:63)Hebrews 4:12 – His word is living and powerful I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 1 - Surrender • And it told Thy love to me – we learn of His love in His word • John 3:16 • Romans 5:8 – God demonstrates His love • 1 John 4:9-11, 19 – He loved us, we ought to love I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 1 - Surrender • But I long to rise in the arms of faith – may my faith increase • Romans 10:17 – comes by hearing • Romans 1:16-17 – from faith to faith • James 1:21 – the “implanted word” is able to save your souls I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 1 - Surrender • And be closer drawn to Thee – this will happen as our faith grows I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 2 - Consecration • Consecrate me now to Thy service Lord • Consecrate – to make something available, specifically for holy purposes • We are set apart AND purified • Joshua 6:19, Leviticus 20:7, Exodus 32:29 • Hebrews 10:20-22 – Jesus “consecrated” a new and living way for us I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 2 - Consecration • By the power of grace divine • God has done what we cannot do • When we respond, God saves usEphesians 2:8-9 I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 2 - Consecration • Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope • Hope is our anchor Hebrews 6:19 • Romans 8:24-25 – with steadfast hope we eagerly wait I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 2 - Consecration • And my will be lost in Thine • Again, it is not about my selfish ways - Galatians 2:20 • 1 Peter 4:1-2 – we no longer live the rest of our time in the flush fulfilling lusts I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 3 - Prayer • The importance of prayer is continually emphasized. It is crucial if we are to draw near to God • Hebrews 4:15-16 – we can boldly come before His throne I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 3 - Prayer • O the pure delight of a single hour that before Thy throne I spend • How important is prayer to me?How much do I pray? How often? When? • 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18, 3:9-10 – night and day Even Jesus prayed I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 3 - Prayer • When I kneel in prayer • While the posture in prayer is not specified, it should be reverent! • 1 Timothy 2:8Matthew 6:6 – in your closet I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 3 - Prayer • And with Thee my God, I commune as friend with friend • God is personal • John 15:13-16 – are we as friends with Him (while maintaining godliness)? • John 14:23 Philippians 4:6-7 I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 4 - Hope • There are depths of love that I cannot know, till I cross the narrow sea • As our faith grows, so does our love – 1 John 4:19 • But we will not fully grasp His love until we cross over (Jordan) – Ephesians 3:17-19 Romans 8:35-39 I Am Thine, O Lord
Vs. 4 - Hope • There are heights of joy that I may not reach, till I rest in peace with Thee • Yes we rejoice now – Philippians 4:4, Romans 12:15, even Matthew 5:10-12 • But consider the joy in His presence – 1 Peter 4:12-13 I Am Thine, O Lord
Chorus – Draw me nearer • Draw me nearer, nearer • Is that our goal? Growth in Him James 4:8 I Am Thine, O Lord
Chorus – Draw me nearer • Nearer, blessed Lord, to the cross where Thou hast died • The cross is central to our faith Hebrews 10:22 • Hebrews 7:19 – better hope through which we draw near I Am Thine, O Lord
Chorus – Draw me nearer • Draw me nearer,… blessed Lord, to Thy precious bleeding side • Again the cross, but here the emphasis is on what He endured on the cross • John 19:34 – His side was pierced • His blood cleanses us – 1 John 1:7 Revelation 1:5 I Am Thine, O Lord