About the Song
When Jimmy Swaggart sits behind the piano and begins to sing “No, Not One,” it doesn’t take long before the weight of the words settles in. This cherished old hymn, written in the late 19th century by Johnson Oatman Jr., speaks of a Savior who never fails, never forsakes, and never forgets.
And in Swaggart’s hands, the song becomes more than a memory—it becomes a living message.
With his signature blend of raw emotion and gospel truth, Swaggart’s voice carries every line with humility and reverence. You can hear the years in his tone—the revival tents, the sanctuary altars, the late-night prayer meetings. He doesn’t just sing “Jesus knows all about our struggles…” —he means it. He’s lived it.
The piano accompaniment is simple, tender, and unhurried, allowing the Spirit of the song to breathe. As he sings, the congregation often joins in softly, adding warmth to a moment that feels less like a performance and more like a shared confession of faith.
“There’s not a friend like the lowly Jesus—No, not one! No, not one!”
It’s the kind of truth that doesn’t need embellishment. It stands strong in its simplicity.
Through this hymn, **Jimmy Swaggart reminds us that in a world full of broken promises and shifting ground, there remains One constant, One Comforter, One Friend who walks beside us every step of the way. And when Swaggart sings it, you believe it—not just because of his voice, but because of the spirit behind it.
“No, Not One” is more than a song—it’s a quiet altar call. And in Swaggart’s delivery, it becomes a moment to remember who Jesus is… and how faithful He’s always been.