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Jericho
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Aug 21, 2026 updated
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Jonny Diaz's song 'Jericho' retells the parable of the Good Samaritan, focusing on the choice to show compassion. The lyrics describe a man passing by a wounded stranger, questioning whether he will stop to help despite others walking away. The chorus asks for guidance on which way to go, expressing a desire to prove faith through acts of mercy. The song emphasizes practical love, kneeling to serve 'the least of these,' and learning mercy from God. It challenges listeners to consider their own response to those in need, making the biblical story personal and contemporary.
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Going down that same old road, probably on his way home
Circumstances changed his plans when he came across a hurting man
Should he stop to help today though others had just walked away?
Deep inside did he really care, and did he have the time to spare?
Jericho, which way to go
Jericho, which way to go, do I have the love to show
Through this testing will my faith prove true?
Will I get dirt upon my knees lifting up the least of these
Showing mercy that I learned from You in Jericho
He bandaged up his broken limbs, food and water gave to him
He paid for all his stay and care, and lifted up this man in prayer
Jericho, which way to go
It's a long way to go, to Jericho I know