Hymns Mash-up Pt. 2: Come Thou Fount / Be Thou My Vision / I Need Thee Every Hour / Stand Amazed in
Anthem Lights Lyrics

The lyrics of Anthem Lights's song Hymns Mash-up Pt. 2: Come Thou Fount / Be Thou My Vision / I Need Thee Every Hour / Stand Amazed bring together various hymns to create a powerful and moving piece that reflects on the themes of gratitude, devotion, and reliance on God's grace and presence.

The first section begins with "Come, Thou Fount of every blessing, tune my heart to sing Thy grace." This sets the tone for the song, acknowledging God as the source of all blessings and asking for guidance to praise Him continually. The mention of "Streams of mercy, never ceasing, call for songs of loudest praise" highlights the overflowing, never-ending mercy and grace that God provides, inspiring joyful and exuberant worship.

The second part transitions to "Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart, naught be all else to me, save that Thou art." Here, the focus is on seeking God above all else, making Him the center of one's life and asking to be taught to sing praises like the angelic beings. The line "Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light" emphasizes the desire for God's presence to guide and illuminate every moment of life.

The third section continues with the plea "I need Thee every hour, most gracious Lord, no tender voice like Thine can peace afford." This expresses the constant need for God's guidance and peace in every moment. The following lines "How marvelous! How wonderful! Is my Savior's love" celebrate the awe-inspiring and all-encompassing love of Jesus, with a repeated refrain underscoring the wonder of His saving grace.

The final part of the lyrics incorporates elements of the beloved hymn "Amazing Grace," emphasizing the transformative power of God's love and grace in saving a soul that was once lost and blind. The mention of how the singer's story and song revolve around praising the Savior all day long reinforces the message of gratitude and devotion. The closing lines, "Here's my heart, Lord, take and seal it, seal it for Thy courts above," offer a surrender of the heart to God, asking for His guidance and protection in living a life dedicated to Him.