A RICH MAN,A FARMER,
He had such a big surprise
When he looked at his harvest,
It was then that he realised
It was enormous, he’d never
Seen a crop near this size.
He must build a place to accommodate his prize.
He thought I’ll
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
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Build a bigger barn, bigger barn.
This rich man, this farmer,
Decided to do away
With;old barns, build new ones
And in them, his crop could stay
Then he’d take life easy,
Sit back and smugly say
‘I’ll eat and drink and be merry every day.
But God said ‘How foolish,
Tonight you’re going to die.
Then who gets your fortune,
When you say your last goodbye
Don’t store up your wealth
Or you’ll end up like this guy
Give all to God and He will satisfy.
So don’t you
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
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Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn. Hey! Hey! Hey!
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Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn. Hey! Hey! Hey!
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn barn bigger barn
Build a bigger barn, bigger barn.
Song Meaning
A children’s retelling of Jesus’ parable warns that hoarding a bumper harvest cannot secure a person’s life.
Biblical Message
Luke 12:16–21 tells the parable of the rich fool; Luke 12:15 cautions against defining life by possessions.
Reflection
Generosity and attention to others offer a different response to abundance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “A Bigger Barn”?
A children’s retelling of Jesus’ parable warns that hoarding a bumper harvest cannot secure a person’s life.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Luke 12:16–21 tells the parable of the rich fool; Luke 12:15 cautions against defining life by possessions.
When can this song be used in worship?
Children’s teaching on money, gratitude, and generosity.