From the Mouth of Gabriel Lyrics

Lyric discussion by ldrafall 

Cover art for From the Mouth of Gabriel lyrics by Sufjan Stevens

I think that the song has to do with someone who has lost their faith or ignored God in their life, done awful things, and perhaps considering suicide. Gabriel (God's messenger) comes to visit and know the person wants to run away but Gabriel says forget about the past, let the Universe be your shelter. Forget about the past and I'll try to make things right.

My Interpretation