Cedarmont Kids - Silver and Gold Have I None Lyrics
Lyrics
Peter and John went to pray,
They met a lame man on the way,
He asked for alms and held out His palms,
And this is what Peter did say.
"Silver and gold have I none,
But such as I have give I thee.
In the Name of Jesus Christ,
Of Nazareth, rise up and walk!"
He went walking and leaping and praising God,
Walking and leaping and praising God.
In the Name of Jesus Christ,
Of Nazareth, rise up and walk.
"Silver and gold have I none,
But such as I have give I thee.
In the Name of Jesus Christ,
Of Nazareth, rise up and walk!"
He went walking and leaping and praising God,
Walking and leaping and praising God.
In the Name of Jesus Christ,
Of Nazareth, rise up and walk.
In the Name of Jesus Christ,
Of Nazareth, rise up and walk!
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Cedarmont Kids - Silver and Gold Have I None
Meaning & Inspiration
Cedarmont Kids' rendition of "Silver and Gold Have I None," released in 1995 on the album *Bible Songs*, offers a vibrant and accessible musical interpretation of a pivotal New Testament narrative. This song, rooted deeply in the Book of Acts, specifically chapter 3, recounts the miraculous healing of a man who had been lame from birth. The story unfolds as Peter and John, on their way to the temple for prayer, encounter this man who implores them for financial aid. Instead of offering earthly riches, Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, declares a profound truth: "Silver and gold have I none, but such as I have give I thee. In the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk!" This declaration isn't just about a lack of material wealth; it signifies a reliance on a far greater power. The song effectively captures the immediate and joyous response of the healed man, who, for the first time in his life, could walk, leap, and praise God. This episode serves as a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith and the authority vested in the name of Jesus, mirroring the early church's growing boldness and the spread of the Gospel. The recurring refrain emphasizes the source of this miraculous healing, drawing parallels to other instances where the disciples performed extraordinary acts in Jesus' name, demonstrating that true wealth and healing come not from material possessions but from divine intervention and the living Word of God. The song's simplicity and repetition make it an ideal tool for children to learn and internalize this significant biblical event, highlighting the message that God’s power is always sufficient, even when human resources are lacking, echoing principles found in passages like Philippians 4:19, which assures believers that God will supply all their needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Furthermore, the emphasis on praising God after receiving the blessing is a crucial element, reminding listeners of the importance of gratitude and acknowledging God's goodness, as exemplified by the Psalmist's exhortation in Psalm 105:1, "Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done."