BLESSED ASSURANCE, JESUS IS MINE
Staff & Solfa Notation • Hymns, Recessional / Dismissal Hymns
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BLESSED ASSURANCE, JESUS IS MINE by Fanny J. Crosby, Phoebe Palmer Knapp, K. K. Kendall — Lyrics
About BLESSED ASSURANCE, JESUS IS MINE
"Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine" is one of the most universally loved hymns in the Christian tradition, carrying a deep sense of personal faith and unshakeable confidence in God. Written by Fanny J. Crosby with music by Phoebe Palmer Knapp, this specific arrangement features harmony modifications by K. K. Kendall. It is a staple in Nigerian parishes, often ringing out during Thanksgiving processions or as a recessional hymn when the congregation is sent forth with joy.
The hymn's power lies in its deeply personal declaration—"This is my story, this is my song." When a choir leads the congregation in these words, it transforms individual testimonies into a unified voice of praise. The verses build a beautiful progression from the "foretaste of glory" to resting completely in the Savior's love, making it a comforting and uplifting piece for any worship service.