Hymn History: "I Am Thine"

Traveler’s Tales · Aug 27, 2026 · 8m · transcript

Is your heart's longing to draw nearer to God or simply to escape the challenges you are facing?

This episode shares the life and ministry of Fanny Crosby, a blind hymn writer who composed thousands of hymns—including "I Am Thine, O Lord." Fanny Crosby, although blind from infancy, memorized vast portions of Scripture and served among the poor and addicted while traveling and ministering across America.

Hymn Lyrics: I Am Thine

1. 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…