Merle Haggard's song "Jesus, Take A Hold" is a plea for divine intervention in the tumultuous state of the world. He likens the current state of affairs to the downfall of the ancient Roman Empire, insinuating that the situation is too dire for any mortal to fix. The lyrics describe the prevalence of violence, lawlessness, and destruction throughout the world, and the frustration people feel towards their leaders for not being able to solve these problems. In the chorus, Haggard calls upon Jesus to take control and lead us through this crisis. He is essentially asking for a miracle to occur and for humanity to be guided towards a better future. The song's message is a reminder that, even in the darkest of times, there is hope for salvation if we call upon a higher power.
