Jesus Was a Country Boy
Country Roots of Redemption: Unveiling the Meaning of 'Jesus Was a Country Boy'
Lyrics
Well he was born in the country inside of a barn
Jesus was born in a country setting, specifically inside a barn.
Just out of town on a little old farm
His birthplace was a little farm located just outside of town.
He slept in a manger with the cows and the sheep
As a baby, he slept in a manger among cows and sheep.
Sweet Mother Mary used to rock him to sleep
Mary, his mother, used to soothe him to sleep.
Raised up in the land of the rolling hills
He grew up in an area with rolling hills.
Where they said Grace over every meal
Grace was said before every meal in his upbringing.
If you don't believe me you can read for yourself
Encourages the listener to read the Bible to verify these details.
Take that old bible down off of the shelf
Suggests taking the Bible down from the shelf for verification.
Jesus was a country boy this I know
Affirms that Jesus was a country boy.
The stories in the Bible tell me so
References biblical stories supporting Jesus' country background.
A chip off the block of a carpenter man
Describes Jesus as a carpenter's son.
He loved to go fishing when he had the chance
Highlights Jesus' enjoyment of fishing when he could.
The birds and the animals were his best friends
Indicates a close relationship between Jesus and nature.
He was always right there to lend a helping hand
Jesus was always ready to help others.
Down to Earth humble
Portrays Jesus as humble and down-to-earth.
The Father's pride and joy
Describes Jesus as the Father's pride and joy.
Oh thank good God almighty Jesus was a country boy
Expresses gratitude that Jesus was a country boy.
Thank good God almighty
Reiterates thanks for Jesus' country background.
Jesus was a country boy
Reaffirms that Jesus was indeed a country boy.
He traveled down them dusty roads
Narrates Jesus' travels on dusty roads.
Surrounded himself with some real good folks
Emphasizes Jesus' association with good people.
Made homemade bread when they sat down for supper
Highlights Jesus' hospitality, making homemade bread for supper.
He had a country heart I'm telling you brother
Attributes a country heart to Jesus.
Baptized by John in the muddy river
Mentions Jesus' baptism by John in a muddy river.
He never was a taker he was always a giver
Contrasts Jesus as a giver, not a taker.
It's all right there for the world to see
Suggests that Jesus' life is well-documented for all to see.
Jesus was a country boy like you and me
Confirms Jesus' country roots shared with everyone.
Jesus was a country boy this I know
Repeats the assertion that Jesus was a country boy.
The stories in the Bible tell me so
Reiterates the biblical support for Jesus' country background.
A chip off the block of a carpenter man
Restates that Jesus was a carpenter's son.
He loved to go fishing when he had the chance
Recalls Jesus' love for fishing when the opportunity arose.
The birds and the animals were his best friends
Reaffirms Jesus' close relationship with animals and birds.
He was always right there to lend a helping hand
Reminds listeners of Jesus' readiness to assist others.
Down to Earth humble
Reiterates Jesus' down-to-earth and humble nature.
The Father's pride and joy
Describes Jesus as the Father's pride and joy.
Oh thank good God almighty
Expresses gratitude for Jesus being a country boy.
Jesus was a country boy
Reaffirms the statement that Jesus was a country boy.
The birds and the animals were his best friends
Emphasizes Jesus' close connection with animals and birds.
He was always right there to lend a helping hand
Highlights Jesus' consistent willingness to help others.
Down to Earth humble
Reiterates Jesus' humble and down-to-earth character.
The Father's pride and joy
Describes Jesus as the Father's pride and joy once again.
Oh thank good God almighty
Expresses gratitude for Jesus being a country boy once again.
Jesus was a country boy
Reaffirms the statement that Jesus was a country boy.
Hallelujah Jesus was a country boy
Concludes with a celebratory "Hallelujah" for Jesus being a country boy.
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