From the recording Constant Running River
A meditation on trust, gratitude, and the transformative power of faith. By juxtaposing everyday needs with spiritual longing, the song emphasizes that true contentment comes from belief in something greater than oneself. Its simple, repetitive lines create a mantra-like effect, reinforcing the central message: faith reshapes perception and fosters peace.
Lyrics
Bread in my basket food on my plate if I only had faith if I only had faith
Enough for tomorrow but still I complain if I only had faith if I only had faith
If I only had faith in Heaven and trust in the One Above
I’d go to bed with a smile wake up in love
If I only had faith if I only had faith
When I was hungry I always said I’d never complain when I have bread
Now I’ve got plenty and it’s not enough what I don’t have is eating me up
If I only had faith in Heaven and trust in the One Above
I’d go to bed with a smile wake up in love
If I only had faith if I only had faith
My daddy told me when the bills are paid that’s when it’s time for you to save
But the Folk Rabbi told me not to be cheap the more that you give the more that you reap
If I only had faith in Heaven and trust in the One Above
I’d go to bed with a smile wake up in love
If I only had faith if I only had faith