About The Song
“Blessed Assurance”: Alan Jackson’s Reverent Tribute to Faith and Tradition
When Alan Jackson recorded “Blessed Assurance” for his 2006 gospel album Precious Memories, he wasn’t just revisiting an old hymn—he was returning to the sacred foundations of his upbringing, honoring the timeless songs that shaped his values, his voice, and his soul. With this beloved hymn, Alan delivers a quiet, deeply reverent rendition that captures the spirit of Southern worship and small-town faith with every note.
Originally written in 1873 by Fanny J. Crosby (lyrics) and Phoebe P. Knapp (music), “Blessed Assurance” has long been one of the most cherished hymns in the Christian tradition. Its message of unwavering faith and eternal hope—“This is my story, this is my song / Praising my Savior all the day long”—resonates across generations and denominations. In Alan Jackson’s hands, the song takes on a new kind of intimacy: humble, heartfelt, and deeply personal.
Alan’s version is uncluttered and pure, built around gentle acoustic guitar, soft piano, and subtle harmonies that echo the sound of a quiet Sunday morning in a rural church. He doesn’t try to modernize or stylize the hymn—he simply sings it the way it was meant to be sung: with conviction and quiet awe.
His voice, as always, is steady and comforting, full of warmth and restraint. There’s no showmanship here, no vocal theatrics—just a man of faith, offering a song that has guided him through life’s highs and lows. And in that simplicity lies the song’s true power. It feels less like a performance and more like a personal prayer.
Precious Memories, the album on which this hymn appears, was originally recorded as a gift for Alan’s mother, Ruth Musick Jackson, and wasn’t intended for commercial release. But its authenticity and emotional depth struck a chord with fans, propelling it to No. 1 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums and Top Country Albums charts. “Blessed Assurance” is one of the album’s brightest moments—a spiritual anchor in a world that often feels unsteady.
For many listeners, this version of “Blessed Assurance” has become a favorite for moments of reflection, worship, comfort, and remembrance. It’s been played at funerals, baptisms, church services, and quiet evenings at home, offering peace and reassurance in every setting.
In his rendition, Alan Jackson doesn’t just sing a hymn—he inhabits it. And in doing so, he reminds us why these old songs still matter: because they speak eternal truths in a language of grace, and because voices like his carry those truths straight to the heart.