A talented trio delivers a powerful and moving rendition of ‘I’d Rather Have Jesus’ in a beautiful new video set in rural Alaska. Singer Amos Raber sits and sings out in the beautiful lake wilderness, accompanied by two young men who join in on the chorus. Watch the clip to hear the beautiful rendition of the song. 

Amos Raber is a talented musician, as is evident in his new cover of ‘I’d Rather Have Jesus.’ He sings with perfect cadence and a good amount of soul. The higher-pitched voices that join him just make the song sound all the fuller. The astounding scenery in Alaska that shows through the video encourages you to reflect on how great God’s creations are as you listen to the music. 

Written in 1922, the hymn is about leaving behind all worldly pleasures and material things in favor of a heavenly spiritual relationship with Jesus. As the world becomes ever consumed with riches, popularity, looks, and other fleeting things, it’s wonderful to be reminded of this message. It points to the most meaningful thing you can have as a human—a life given to Christ. 

As Amos sings the old song, you can practically see the stillness and peace of God shine through him. This is a song that’s impossible to sing without thinking about the weight of the lyrics, and it seems evident that he knows the importance of the words he sings. 

Here are some lyrics from the long-loved hymn:

‘I'd rather have Jesus than anything
This world affords today
I'd rather have Jesus than worldly applause
I'd rather be faithful to His dear cause’

“Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches.” Jeremiah 9 :23