The Nelons - I Choose the Lord Lyrics
Lyrics
Silver & Gold now they aren't much
If I had to choose, I'd choose His touch
For without it, I am sure I die
if I had to choose, this is what I'd cry
Chorus
I choose the Lord
He's the one I love
10,000 fair ones, He's the fairest of
I choose the Lord
He's my everything
And to beat it all
He's the King of kings
Say what you want, but He's the best around
You could search the world, but I've already found
That He's more than gold could ever buy
if i had to choose, this is what I'd cry!
Chorus
Tag
And to beat it all
He's the King of king
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I Choose The Lord by the Nelons
Meaning & Inspiration
The Nelons delivered a powerful declaration of faith with their song "I Choose the Lord," released on January 8, 2013, as part of their album, *Come On Home*. This anthem wastes no time in establishing its central theme: the profound, unwavering choice to prioritize spiritual riches and a relationship with God over any earthly possession or worldly acclaim. It's a testament to personal conviction, articulating a decision that every believer is called to make, setting the eternal above the temporal in every aspect of life.
The song immediately contrasts the transient value of "silver & gold" with the incomparable worth of God's presence, expressed as "His touch." This sentiment resonates deeply with biblical wisdom found in passages like Matthew 6:19-21, where Jesus urges against laying up treasures on earth, which are subject to decay, and instead encourages investing in heavenly treasures. The lyrics declare, "For without it, I am sure I die," a stark recognition of humanity's spiritual emptiness and ultimate demise apart from divine connection. This echoes Romans 6:23, which states that the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord, affirming that true life, both now and eternally, is found only through Him. The profound choice is then made clear: "if I had to choose, this is what I'd cry," a heartfelt cry of surrender and dedication.
The chorus serves as the resounding core of the song, an unequivocal affirmation: "I choose the Lord." It's a declaration of love, stating, "He's the one I love." The phrase "10,000 fair ones, He's the fairest of" beautifully elevates God above all conceivable earthly beauty or desirability, a sentiment reminiscent of passages like Psalm 45:2, which describes the king as "more handsome than the sons of men," or the bride's passionate description of her beloved in Song of Solomon 5:10-16, applied here to the unparalleled glory and perfection of the Almighty. This choice isn't just about love; it’s about complete dependence, as the song proclaims, "He's my everything." This mirrors the apostle Paul's testimony in Philippians 3:8, where he considers everything a loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus his Lord. The climax of the chorus, "And to beat it all, He's the King of kings," serves as a powerful reminder of Christ's ultimate sovereignty and authority over all creation, as proclaimed in Revelation 19:16 and 1 Timothy 6:15, solidifying His rightful place as the supreme ruler.
The second verse reinforces this steadfast devotion and personal discovery. "Say what you want, but He's the best around" communicates an unwavering personal conviction, undeterred by differing opinions or worldly skepticism. It highlights an inner knowing that comes from personal experience with God. The statement "You could search the world, but I've already found" speaks to the futility of seeking lasting satisfaction in worldly pursuits, a theme frequently explored in Ecclesiastes, and contrasts it with the enduring fulfillment found in Christ. It echoes Jesus' words in John 4:13-14 about the living water He offers, which quenches spiritual thirst permanently. The concluding lines, "That He's more than gold could ever buy / if I had to choose, this is what I'd cry!" reiterate the priceless nature of God's grace and salvation, emphasizing that spiritual redemption, purchased not with perishable things like silver or gold but with the precious blood of Christ (1 Peter 1:18-19), far surpasses any material value. The repeated "King of kings" in the tag serves as a final, emphatic declaration, leaving no doubt about the absolute supremacy and majesty of the One who has been chosen.
"I Choose the Lord" by The Nelons is more than just a song; it's a profound statement of allegiance and a clarion call to re-evaluate what truly holds value in life. It challenges us to look beyond fleeting earthly treasures and to embrace the eternal, incomparable worth of a relationship with God. Through its direct and powerful lyrics, backed by extensive scriptural truth, the song inspires a deeper commitment to Christ, reminding all who hear it that in a world full of choices, choosing the Lord is the one decision that brings true life, love, and ultimate purpose. It encourages every heart to echo this cry of conviction, making His touch and His kingship the absolute priority.