Music by Jody Davis & Peter Furler

Lyrics by Steve Taylor & Peter Furler



when we don't get what we deserve

that's a real good thing

when we get what we don't deserve

that's a real good thing



born to sin

and then get caught

all our good deeds

don't mean squat



sell the Volvo

shred the Visa

send the cash to Ma Teresa

great idea

the only catch is

you don't get saved

on merit badges



when we don't get what we deserve...



doctor's coming

looking grim

"Do you have a favorite hymn?"



check your balance through the years

all accouts are in arrears

guilt is bitter

grace is sweet

park it here

on the mercy seat



when we don't get what we deserve