Carroll Roberson - Diamonds and Gold Lyrics
Lyrics
I was a beggar when I found this Gold mine
I was a stranger without a song
But now I can sing I m a Child of the King
And just wait till you see my new Home
And I'm as wealthy as a King in a Palace
I ve got riches that's never been told
With Jesus I'm an Heir oh I m a Millionaire
And I feel like my pockets are full of
Diamonds and Gold Diamonds and Gold
I guess I ll never have a lot of money
But I got riches way down in my soul
And I'd rather have this peace
If it means poverty
Yes I feel like my pockets
Are full of Diamonds and Gold
And I m as wealthy as a King in a Palace
I've got riches that s never been told
With Jesus I'm an Heir oh I m a Millionaire
And I feel like my pockets are full of
Diamonds and Gold Diamonds and Gold
And I'm as wealthy as a King in a palace
I've got riches that s never been told
With Jesus I m an Heir oh I'm a Millionaire
And I feel like my pockets are full of
Diamonds and Gold Diamonds and Gold
Video
Diamonds and Gold
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on August 26, 2015, Carroll Roberson's "Diamonds and Gold" immediately introduces a profound reflection on what truly constitutes wealth, presenting a timeless message that resonates deeply within the Christian faith. The song unfolds as a powerful testimony, chronicling a spiritual journey from destitution to unimaginable abundance, not in material possessions, but in the divine riches found through a relationship with Jesus Christ. It captures the essence of a soul transformed, moving from a state of spiritual poverty, likened to a "beggar," to an heir of an eternal kingdom, filled with an invaluable peace and joy that far outshines any earthly treasure.
The narrative of "Diamonds and Gold" begins with a vivid depiction of humanity's natural spiritual condition before encountering God's grace. The singer's opening declaration, "I was a beggar when I found this Gold mine, I was a stranger without a song," powerfully illustrates the emptiness and despair that can characterize a life apart from Christ. This imagery aligns with biblical truths, reminding us of our lost state without redemption, as Ephesians 2:12 describes us as "separate from Christ, excluded from citizenship in Israel and foreigners to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world." The "Gold mine" then emerges as a beautiful metaphor for the discovery of salvation in Jesus, a source of inexhaustible value. This transformative encounter ushers in a new identity: "But now I can sing, I’m a Child of the King," a powerful affirmation echoing John 1:12, which states, "Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God." This newfound status brings with it the promise of a glorious future, a "new Home," which believers understand to be the eternal dwelling promised in heaven, as Jesus himself assures us in John 14:2-3, "In my Father’s house are many rooms... I am going there to prepare a place for you."
The heart of the song's message beats strongest in its recurring declaration of immense spiritual prosperity. "And I'm as wealthy as a King in a Palace, I've got riches that's never been told," sings Roberson, shifting the perspective from earthly metrics to divine standards. This isn't mere hyperbole; it's a profound statement of theological truth. Through Christ, believers are declared "heirs" and "millionaires," not in fleeting currency but in eternal blessings. Romans 8:17 confirms this, stating, "Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory." The feeling of "pockets... full of Diamonds and Gold" serves as a tangible metaphor for the overflowing abundance of grace, peace, joy, and eternal life that is freely given. These are the "unsearchable riches of Christ" mentioned in Ephesians 3:8, treasures that cannot be stolen or diminish, unlike worldly wealth (Matthew 6:19-21).
Furthermore, the song thoughtfully addresses the common human inclination to equate prosperity with material possessions, offering a counter-cultural perspective. "I guess I’ll never have a lot of money, but I got riches way down in my soul," the lyric conveys a serene contentment that prioritizes spiritual well-being over financial gain. This sentiment beautifully aligns with the wisdom found in Proverbs 28:6: "Better a poor man whose walk is blameless than a rich man whose ways are perverse." The choice to "rather have this peace if it means poverty" underscores the incomparable value of inner tranquility and spiritual security. This profound peace, described in Philippians 4:7 as "the peace of God, which transcends all understanding," guards the hearts and minds of those who trust in Christ, providing a stability that no amount of money can buy. "Diamonds and Gold" thus acts as a poignant reminder that true affluence is measured by one's spiritual standing and the enduring treasures stored in heaven, offering an inspiring blueprint for a life lived in gratitude for God's immeasurable grace.