Originally from Detroit, Michigan, the six original members were Keith Staten, Fred Hammond, Mitchell Jones, Karl Reid, Michael Brooks, and Michael Williams. In 1991 Staten and Brooks left the group and were replaced by Marvin Sapp, Maxx Frank, and Eddie Howard, Jr.. By 1994 Howard had left the group and Williams left a year later. Hammond also left to pursue a career with the group Radical For Christ. He was replaced by Montrell Darrett. By 2000, Marcus Cole and Chris Poole had taken the place of Sapp and Darrett on the group's last studio album. In 2002 Commissioned released a reunion album which brought back most of the group's former members and featured most of its greatest hits. The group performed live on stage during the 2002 Stellar Awards in Atlanta, Georgia.
(2) An urban Black gospel band with crossover appeal, Commissioned are an extremely evangelistic group in concert who put on such a dramatic show that the altars are routinely packed with repenters following their performances. Members Fred Hammond, Keith Staten, Michael Brooks and Marvin Sapp have all done many successful solo projects as well. They spent most of the '90s pursuing those careers, but found themselves back together in 2001 for a reunion tour and the first of another successful series of albums. ~ Bil Carpenter, Rovi
We Shall Behold Him
Commissioned Lyrics
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the stars shall applaud Him with thunders of praise
The sweet light in His eyes shall enhance those awaiting
and we shall behold Him, face to face
We shall behold Him
Yes, we shall behold Him
face to face in all of His glory
Yes, we shall behold Him
face to face, our Savior and Lord
The angels shall sound the shout of His coming
the sleeping shall rise from their slumbering place
And those who remain shall be changed in a moment
and we shall behold Him then face to face
We shall behold Him
Yes, we shall behold Him
face to face in all of His glory
We shall behold Him
Yes, we shall behold Him
face to face, our Savior and Lord
These lyrics from Commissioned's song We Shall Behold Him describe the second coming of Jesus Christ as prophesied in Christian scripture. The first verse describes the glorious entrance of Christ, amidst a sky that unfolds and stars that burst into applause, all to the background of thunderous praise. The sweet light in His eyes is highlighted as a way to enhance the experience of those awaiting Him. The second verse continues with the imagery of Christ's second coming. It mentions the angels sounding the shout of His coming, signalling the resurrection of the sleeping dead and the transformation of those who remain. The chorus repeats the phrase "We shall behold Him, face to face" twice in reference to the visual, personal encounter with Christ that believers will have.
The song reflects a common belief in Christian faith about the coming of Jesus Christ. It describes an event that many believe will bring hope, joy, and eternal life to those who believe in Him. The piece uses vivid, poetic language to capture the emotional intensity and beauty of this event. It also emphasizes the visual and immediate nature of the encounter believers can expect to have with Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
The sky shall unfold, preparing His entrance
As Jesus returns, the sky will open up to make way for His grand entrance.
the stars shall applaud Him with thunders of praise
Not only will the sky prepare His entrance, but the stars will also cheer and celebrate Him with praise.
The sweet light in His eyes shall enhance those awaiting
Jesus' gentle gaze will be a comforting sight for those who eagerly await His arrival.
and we shall behold Him, face to face
We will finally get to see Jesus in all of His glory and brilliance, face to face.
We shall behold Him
The chorus repeats the joyous proclamation that we will behold Jesus.
Yes, we shall behold Him
The repetition reinforces the certainty that we will actually see Jesus.
face to face in all of His glory
We will not only see Jesus, but we will see Him in all of His glory and majesty.
our Savior and Lord
Jesus is not only our Savior, but He is also our Ruler and Master.
The angels shall sound the shout of His coming
The angels will make a loud proclamation announcing that Jesus has returned.
the sleeping shall rise from their slumbering place
The dead will rise from their graves to meet Jesus when He comes back.
And those who remain shall be changed in a moment
Those who are still alive at Jesus' return will be transformed in a single instant.
we shall behold Him then face to face
Just as before, the chorus repeats the joyful promise that we will see Jesus in all of His glory when He returns.
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Dottie Rambo
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@peculiarperson1452
So THANKFUL TO GOD I had THIS KIND OF Christian music as a New Believer In Jesus which put EMPHASIZES on being BOTH A DOER AND HEARER of God's Word. I didn't MISS secular music NOT ONE BIT b/c of Holy Spirit through THIS WONDERFUL Christian group!! I like to THINK Father God brought this group on the scene JUST 4 THOSE of US who STILL LOVES & LISTENS to this group in 2019! #TellGodTHANKYAJESUS!🙌
@rramallove2478
Commissioned is my still my all time favorite music gospel group
@paulwomacks117
The greatest gospel group of all time in my book!! Just look up any of there songs and the words will hit you right in your heart and soul 🙂🙂🙏🙏🏿
@annapwilliams8039
So awesome! Never gets old. God's Word says in Psalm 11:7-8 that He is righteous, loving righteousness and He looks, gazes upon those who are righteous and we know if we endure, remain in Him we shall see Him face to face in all of His Glory. We glimpse and have a taste but one day we SHALL see Him in His fullness. This song blesses me everytime. We have to hold on, live right according to His Word and stay clean in Him so we wont miss this great eternal invitation and appointment!!!! Hold on to His unchanging hand. A young man went to pick up his date, when she opened the door he was in awe of her beauty, almost speechless!. When we see Him we too will be in awe of His Splendor, Beauty, Holiness!!!!!! Dont lose or cancel your ticket. One Way☝UP
@leelove9441
My moms favorite song. She song this song to glory. #myqueen4ever #RIHDebraLMallory2017
@gambosebu9426
Growing up as a teenager, I had the rare privilege of knowing this group. It was such an awesome experience of worship and praise. Where ever they are, I want them to know that that they have touched SOULS! Yes, WE SHALL BEHOLD HIM!
@intothegroove35
anytime I here these songs I get reminded just how amazing God is. at my lowest, but music like this lifts me. keeps me from wallowing in pain. God is good!
@olinross3291
They are my favorite group....
@valeriejones2023
When ya right I’m with you.. Amen period ❤
@Timenow1
Hallelujah, we SHALL BEHOLD HIM! 😍🙌 Even tho this be a "Throwback" 🎶 it STILL Holds TRUTH! Come Lord Jesus 😍💖