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I Am Thine, O Lord

"I Am Thine, O Lord" is a 1875 hymn of total surrender, consecration, and intimacy with Christ, written by blind hymnwriter Fanny Crosby. Inspired by Hebrews 10:22, the lyrics focus on hearing God's voice, seeking closer communion (drawing near to the cross), and dedicating one's life to divine service. Meaning and Key Themes Total Surrender: The opening line declares ownership, signifying that the believer belongs entirely to God. Draw Me Nearer: The refrain expresses a longing for deeper intimacy with Christ ("precious bleeding side"). Consecration: The hymn acts as a prayer to be set apart for God's service through grace. Relational Intimacy: It highlights the desire to commune with God as a "friend with friend". Biblical Inspiration The hymn is deeply rooted in Scripture, specifically Hebrews 10:22 (KJV): "Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water." Other foundational verses include James 4:8 ("Draw near to God and He will draw near to you"). Rose Avenue Church of Christ Rose Avenue Church of Christ The Lyrics (First Stanza and Refrain) I am Thine, O Lord, I have heard Thy voice, And it told Thy love to me; But I long to rise in the arms of faith And be closer drawn to Thee. Refrain: Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, To the cross where Thou hast died; Draw me nearer, nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, To Thy precious, bleeding side. Fanny Crosby, although blind, wrote the lyrics after a conversation with composer William Doane about the nearness of God.