The Baptism Of Jesse Taylor Lyrics

Among the local taverns they'll be a slack in business
'Cause Jesse's drinkin' came before the groceries and the rent
Among the local women they'll be a slack in cheatin'
'Cause Jesse won't be be steppin' out again.

They baptized Jesse Taylor in Cedar Creek last Sunday
Jesus gained a soul and Satan lost a good right arm
They all cried "Hallelujah" as Jesse's head went under
'Cause this time he went under for the Lord.

The scars on Jesse's knuckles were more than just respected
The county courthouse records tell all there is to tell
The pockets of the gamblers will soon miss Jesse's money
And the black eye of the law will soon be well.

(Chorus)

From now on Nancy Taylor can proudly speak to neighbors
Tell how much Jesse took up with little Jim
Now Jimmy's got a daddy and Jesse's got a family
And Franklin County's got a lot more man.

(Chorus)

Guy Penrod - The Best of Guy Penrod

Jul 2005

1. Good, Good News
2. He's Watching Me
3. Resurrection
4. Yes, I Know
5. I'm Gonna Sing
6. On The Authority
7. It Is Finished
8. Knowing You'll Be There
9. The Baptism Of Jesse Taylor
10. Sinner Saved By Grace
11. He Came Down To My Level
12. The Old Rugged Cross Made The Difference
13. Loving God, Loving Each Other
14. Singin' With The Saints
15. Palms Of Victory
16. Then Came The Morning
17. I Believe In A Hill Called Mount Calvary
18. At The Cross