A Fonte Transbordante
Harpa Cristã
The Overflowing Fountain of Divine Love
The hymn "A Fonte Transbordante," which translates to "The Overflowing Fountain," is a piece from the Harpa Cristã, a well-known hymnal in Brazilian Protestant churches, particularly among the Assemblies of God. The lyrics of this hymn express the profound and immeasurable love of God, which is likened to a fountain deeper than the sea. This metaphor suggests an endless, inexhaustible source of divine love and grace available to believers.
The song speaks of reconciliation and redemption through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The repeated lines about Jesus opening the door and reconciling the singer through His shed blood emphasize the Christian belief in salvation and atonement. The imagery of a persecuted and weary dove seeking refuge further illustrates the human condition of seeking solace and protection, which, according to the song, is found in Jesus who never rejects those who come to Him.
The theme of grace is central to the hymn, highlighting the idea that where sin is plentiful, God's grace is even more abundant. This concept is rooted in Christian theology, which teaches that God's grace is sufficient to overcome any sin. The final verse looks forward to the ultimate redemption, when the believer will join Jesus in heaven and eternally praise Him for salvation. The hymn is a celebration of the transformative power of divine love and grace that turns sinners into saints.