Jesus Was a Cross Maker
Judee Sill Lyrics

Sweet silver angels over the sea
The singer is calling out for help from divine beings.

Please come down flyin' low for me
The singer wants the angels to come down and offer their assistance in a humble manner.

One time I trusted a stranger
The singer has taken a risk by trusting someone they don't know.

Cuz' I heard his sweet song
The stranger used a charming and enticing manner to earn the artist's trust.

And it was gently enticin' me
The stranger's actions were luring and appealing to the artist.

Tho there was somethin' wrong
Despite the warning signs, the singer still trusted the stranger.

But when I turned he was gone
The stranger disappeared when the singer became aware of his true nature.

Blindin' me, his song remains remindin' me
The memory of the stranger's actions still lingers in the artist's thoughts.

He's a bandit and a heart breaker
The stranger was a dishonest and untrustworthy person.

Oh, but Jesus was a cross maker
In contrast to the deceptive stranger, Jesus had a noble and selfless mission.

He wages war with the devil
Jesus is in conflict with evil forces such as the devil.

A pistol by his side
Metaphorically, Jesus is prepared to fight evil with his strength of character and moral guidance.

And tho he chases him out windows
Jesus is determined to drive out the devil and won't give him a place to hide.

And won't give him a place to hide
Jesus is resolute in his fight against evil and won't let it take hold anywhere.

He keeps his door open wide
Jesus welcomes all people, including those who need redemption and guidance.

Fightin' him he lights a lamp invitin' him
Jesus is in a battle with evil, but he still holds out the light of hope and the possibility of redemption.

I heard the thunder come rumblin'
The artist senses trouble or danger approaching.

the light never looked so dim
The singer is experiencing a feeling of hopelessness or despair.

I see the junction git nearer'
The singer is approaching a crossroads or a decision point in their life.

and danger is in the wind
The artist is aware of the risks and challenges ahead.

And either road's lookin' grim
Both options that the artist is considering seem bleak and unpromising.

Hidin' me, I flee, desire dividin' me
The artist is struggling with a decision, torn between different desires or motivations.

Yes, Jesus was a cross maker
The singer acknowledges that Jesus made sacrifices and faced challenges in the pursuit of his mission.

Sweet silver angels over the sea
The artist is still calling out for divine guidance and support.

Please come down flyin' low for me
The singer reiterates their plea for humble and immediate assistance from the angels.