Quotes by

Mahalia Jackson

Its easy to be independent when youve got money. But to be independent when you havent got a thing — thats the Lords test. – Mahalia Jackson

Youre blessed if you have the strength to work. – Mahalia Jackson

Ill come to any benefit if I see SCLC get all the money. – Mahalia Jackson

It is easy to be independent when youve got money. But to be independent when you havent got a thing, thats the Lords test. – Mahalia Jackson

Put your mind on the gospel. And remember – theres one God for all. – Mahalia Jackson

Sometimes you ask God for something and you dont know what youre asking. – Mahalia Jackson

How can you sing of amazing grace and all Gods wonders without using your hands? – Mahalia Jackson

If you want me to sing this Christmas song with the feeling and the meaning, you better see if you can locate that check. – Mahalia Jackson

They thought I was a success as soon as I started paying the bills. – Mahalia Jackson

Money just draws flies. – Mahalia Jackson

I hope to bring people to God with my songs. – Mahalia Jackson

Blues are the songs of despair, but gospel songs are the songs of hope. – Mahalia Jackson

If you believe in God, He will open the windows of heaven and pour blessings upon you. – Mahalia Jackson

Faith and prayer are the vitamins of the soul; man cannot live in health without them. – Mahalia Jackson