In a quaint Southern town, the story follows Little Joe Jackson, a compulsive gambler who frequently neglects his devoted wife, Petunia. Despite Petunia's unwavering love and efforts to keep him on the righteous path, Little Joe continues to fall victim to temptation and his own vices. One particular night at a club, Joe is wounded in a brawl over his gambling debts, leading him to the brink of death. As he lies unconscious, heaven and hell contend for Little Joe's soul, setting the stage for a celestial battle over his fate. Petunia prays fervently for Joe's redemption, hoping for a miracle that will save her husband from eternal damnation. Her prayers seem answered when Little Joe is granted a temporary reprieve to prove he can live a life worthy of salvation.

As he awakens with renewed determination, Joe is caught between the pull of his old habits and his desire to be the man Petunia believes he can be. The temptations of earthly pleasures, embodied by the alluring singer Georgia Brown, test Joe's resolve. Georgia entices Joe back into the treacherous world of gambling, threatening his promise. The Devil's minions work to ensnare Joe once more, while Petunia's faith and love stand as his guiding light. As Little Joe navigates these trials, he must confront the moral choices that will ultimately decide his destiny, balancing between sin and redemption, amidst a backdrop of music and spiritual struggle.