Come Thou Fount

Forrest Frank's rendition of 'Come Thou Fount' is a heartfelt plea for divine grace and guidance. The song, originally a hymn written by Robert Robinson in the 18th century, is a timeless piece that has been reinterpreted by many artists over the years. Frank's version maintains the hymn's essence while infusing it with a contemporary feel, making it resonate with modern listeners.

The lyrics of 'Come Thou Fount' are rich with spiritual metaphors and biblical references. The opening lines, 'Come, thou Fount of every blessing, tune my heart to sing thy grace,' set the tone for the song, expressing a deep yearning for God's blessings and a desire to align one's heart with divine grace. The imagery of 'streams of mercy, never ceasing' evokes a sense of endless divine compassion, calling for 'songs of loudest praise.' This reflects the Christian belief in God's boundless mercy and the appropriate response of worship and gratitude.

One of the most poignant lines in the song is 'Here I raise my Ebenezer,' which refers to a biblical story where Samuel sets up a stone as a memorial of God's help. This symbolizes the singer's acknowledgment of divine assistance in their journey. The verse 'Jesus sought me when a stranger, wandering from the fold of God' highlights the theme of redemption, emphasizing the belief that Jesus' sacrifice was made to rescue humanity from sin. The recurring plea, 'Come, thou Fount of every blessing,' serves as a constant reminder of the singer's dependence on divine grace.

The song also delves into the human tendency to stray from faith, as expressed in the lines 'Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, prone to leave the God I love.' This honest admission of human frailty is coupled with a plea for divine intervention: 'Here’s my heart O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above.' This encapsulates the essence of the song—a sincere request for God's grace to bind the believer's heart and keep it steadfast in faith.