Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Mansion Over The Hilltop
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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I′m satisfied with just a cottage below,
A little silver and a little gold;
But in that city where the ransomed will shine,
I want a gold one that's silver-lined.
I′ve got a mansion just over the hilltop,
And someday yonder we will never more wander,
But walk the streets that are purest gold.
Tho' often tempted, tormented and tested
And, like the prophet, my pillow a stone,
And tho′ I find here no permanent dwelling,
I know He′ll give me a mansion my own.
I've got a mansion just over the hilltop,
In that bright land where we′ll never grow old;
And someday yonder we will never more wander,
But walk the streets that are purest gold.
Don't think me poor or deserted or lonely,
I′m not discouraged, I'm heaven bound;
I′m just a pilgrim in search of a city,
I want a mansion, a harp and a crown.
I've got a mansion just over the hilltop,
In that bright land where we'll never grow old;
And someday yonder we will never more wander,
But walk the streets that are purest gold.
The song 'Mansion Over The Hilltop' by Bill and Gloria Gaither is a song about a Christian's hope and longing for heaven, where they will reside with God. The singer explains that they are content with a simple life, represented by a cottage, and a little money, but they aspire to have a mansion in heaven, which is made of gold and silver. The singer does not have a permanent dwelling on earth, and they are often tested and tempted, just like the prophet whose pillow was a stone. However, the singer firmly believes that God will give them a mansion of their own in heaven, where they will walk on streets made of pure gold. The desire for a mansion is reinforced by the refrain, 'I've got a mansion just over the hilltop'.
The song is about an unwavering faith in God's promise of eternal life, where suffering and sorrow will come to an end. The singer is confident of their salvation and is not discouraged by the challenges of life. The verse 'Don't think me poor or deserted or lonely, I'm not discouraged, I'm heaven bound; I'm just a pilgrim in search of a city, I want a mansion, a harp and a crown' is about how people may see the singer's simple life and assume that they are unhappy, but the singer knows that their hope is in heaven and they are on a journey to get there. The song is an uplifting message to those who believe, to remain steadfast in their faith and to look forward to a wonderful future in heaven.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m satisfied with just a cottage below, A little silver and a little gold;
I don't need a luxurious lifestyle, just enough to sustain my basic needs and a little extra.
But in that city where the ransomed will shine, I want a gold one that’s silver-lined.
In heaven, where the saved will dwell, I would like a mansion lined with silver and made of gold.
I’ve got a mansion just over the hilltop, In that bright land where we’ll never grow old;
In the afterlife, I have a mansion waiting for me in heaven, where eternal youth reigns supreme.
And someday yonder we will never more wander, But walk the streets that are purest gold.
We will cease wandering aimlessly in search of meaning in the physical realm and walk on streets paved with purest gold.
Tho’ often tempted, tormented and tested, And, like the prophet, my pillow a stone,
Although I’m frequently faced with temptation and tested, I persevere and often feel uncomfortable like the prophets of the old.
And tho’ I find here no permanent dwelling, I know He’ll give me a mansion my own.
Even though this life is temporary, and I don't have a permanent and fixed address, I'm sure that God has a mansion waiting for me in His Kingdom.
Don’t think me poor or deserted or lonely, I’m not discouraged, I’m heaven bound;
Do not judge me if you see me living a simple life; I am not in despair or lonely because I know that my final destination is heaven.
I’m just a pilgrim in search of a city, I want a mansion, a harp and a crown.
I’m a traveler searching for a city to dwell in and an abode of my own. I desire a mansion, a harp, and a crown to signify my noble stature in the life beyond this one.
Writer(s): Ira Stanphill
Contributed by Mia R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joe Smith
This is such a beautiful old hymn, it will make you cry tears of joy, I love you Jesus
Jeff Nettles
Some of my earliest memories are of my mother singing this in the kitchen as she cooked or did dishes. Then when I was saved as a young GI in the 80’s Mylon became a strong favorite, so... I love this so, so much.
Diet van der Maden
Thanks for posting + the lyrics !! Didn't know this hymn, so beautiful, love it !!
Greetings from The Netherlands, Europe.
jessemat
Wist dat ik niet de enige fan was van dit prachtige genre
BEN the Prophet, Only one left
Home, Home in the Glory, in Heaven, forever. Praise JESUS!
Sharon Black
Love it...BEAUTIFUL
Teressa Davis
You can see the praises in Mrs. LeFevre soul that Mylon was delivered from addiction and came back to The Lord in a mighty way. I am sure she is looking down from heaven saying “look at what my son is doing now’! Praise The Lord! Oh how our mighty God loves us!
April Barnette Thames
Beautiful,Mylon backing his mother up in song!
Setalu Vero
Overwhelmed with heavenly realm God bless 🙏
olaniyan joshua ayodele tosin
What a wonderful Song.. .