In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.
He Will Set Your Fields On Fire
Bill Monroe Lyrics
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To those now gone astray
Saying "Come ye men from your load of sin
There at the alter lay"
Many do not heed that the chains of greed
That their conscience never tire
Be assured my friend if you still offend
He will set your fields on fire
Now if you don't from sin retire
He will set your fields on fire
You have heard Jesus' call
And in death your soul must fall
Now my friend if you desire
You may join the heavenly choir
And rejoice with him free from every sin
When He sets this world on fire
You have heard his voice seen His soul rejoice
That trusted in his grace
You have blushed with sin as He knocked within
But still you hide your face
From the blessed Lord and His own true word
But still you say retire
Leave the downward path kindle not His wrath
Or He'll set your fields on fire
Bill Monroe's song He Will Set Your Fields On Fire is a gospel tune that speaks about judgment day and the consequences of sinning. The call that is mentioned in the lyrics refers to the voice of God, calling out to those who have gone astray and urging them to come to the altar and lay their burden of sin. It is a warning to those who do not heed the voice of God and continue in their ways of greed and sinfulness. The lyrics state that it is certain that God will set your fields on fire if you continue to ignore His calling.
The song is a reminder that one day we will all be held accountable for our actions, and it is better to repent and turn to God before it is too late. The message is clear - it is crucial to listen to the voice of God and to follow His ways, or there will be dire consequences. The lyrics also speak about the joy and peace that comes with surrendering to God and joining the heavenly choir.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a call that rings from the throne it springs
God is calling out to those who have strayed from His path.
To those now gone astray
God is calling out to those who have gone away from His teachings and His path.
Saying 'Come ye men from your load of sin
God is calling out to mankind to come and get rid of their burden of sin.
There at the altar lay'
God is asking mankind to come to Him and leave their burden of sin at His feet.
Many do not heed that the chains of greed
Many people do not listen to God's words and their greed keeps them chained to sin.
That their conscience never tire
Their conscience is unable to make them stop sinning.
Be assured my friend if you still offend
If you continue to sin despite God's call, be prepared for the consequences.
He will set your fields on fire
God will punish those who defy His call with eternal damnation.
Now if you don't from sin retire
If you do not repent from your sins, you will be punished.
You have heard Jesus' call
You have been called upon by Jesus to come and leave your burden of sin at His feet.
And in death your soul must fall
If you do not listen to Jesus' call, you will experience eternal damnation.
Now my friend if you desire
But if you want to change your ways,
You may join the heavenly choir
You can join the people on the right path and be with God.
And rejoice with Him free from every sin
And lead a life free from sin and be happy with God.
When He sets this world on fire
When the day of judgment comes, and God punishes the sinners.
You have heard His voice, seen His soul rejoice
You have heard the call and seen the benefits of following the right path.
That trusted in His grace
People who have faith in His teachings.
You have blushed with sin as He knocked within
You feel guilty for your sins because you know that God is always around you, watching you.
But still you hide your face
Despite feeling guilty, you still refuse to change your ways.
From the blessed Lord and His own true word
From God's own teachings and His call for you to change your ways.
But still you say retire
Despite all this, you refuse to change and retire from your sinful ways.
Leave the downward path kindle not His wrath
Stop following the path to Hell and avoid provoking God's wrath.
Or He'll set your fields on fire
If you continue to sin, you will be punished with eternal damnation.
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