The name of multi Grammy nominated Karen Peck and New River has become syno… Read Full Bio ↴The name of multi Grammy nominated Karen Peck and New River has become synonymous with Southern Gospel Music. Karen's flawless, delightful soprano voice has made its way into the hearts of Gospel Music lovers across the country and garnered an unprecedented 11 Favorite Soprano Fan Awards from the readers of The Singing News Magazine, Southern Gospel Music's leading fan and trade publication. Karen, Susan and Jeff have also received many awards from other magazine publications and Internet publications. Over the past two years, New River has had five consecutive #1 songs in Southern Gospel Music.
The youngest of three daughters, Karen was exposed to the traditional sounds of Gospel Music at a very early age. Her parents often took Karen and her sisters, Susan and Sandra, to the all-night sings in Atlanta, and these concerts left an indelible mark on the youngsters who made a pact that someday they would share a musical ministry of their own.
One of the groups often featured at the Atlanta concerts was The Lefevres, who later became known as The Nelons. It would be a mild understatement to say that Karen had aspirations of singing with this talented family. In fact, that aspiration became her greatest desire, and in 1981, this dream became a reality when Karen was invited to travel with her favorite group. She remained with The Nelons for 10 years, gaining the respect of industry peers and fans alike with her exceptional vocal ability and caring personality.
Finally in 1991, the realization of yet another dream came to pass when Karen and her sister, Susan, with Karen's husband Rickey, organized the musical entourage of Karen Peck and New River. Today the New River team consists vocally of Karen, Susan, and Jeff Hawes. Additionally, Karen's husband, Rickey, serves as the group's road manager and sound technician. Susan's husband, David, is the founder and owner of the Jackson Steel Guitar Company. Dawn Hughes has traveled with the group since year 2000 as Karen Peck and New River's assistant making New River a complete family affair.
With appearances on such prestigious stages as The Grand Ole Opry, The Gaither Homecoming concerts, Opryland Theme Park, Dollywood and Six Flags Over Georgia, New River has firmly established their place at the forefront of Southern Gospel Music. Over the past decade, they have been featured on many television networks, with appearances on TBN's Praise The Lord, the Grand Ole Opry Live and the popular Gaither Gospel video Series. The group has enjoyed many honors and accolades. They have received numerous industry and fan award nominations. Their album Journey of Joy received a Grammy nomination for 2008. Journey of Joy was also nominated for three Dove Awards. This album has three consecutive #1 songs including Hey, Last Night, and Whispered Prayers. They have consistently received radio airplay at stations nationwide. Hit releases have flowed their way in bunches, and they have enjoyed many Number One songs. A few of their other popular hits include: Hold Me While I Cry, Just One Touch, I Wanna Know, God Likes To Work, Daddy's Home, When Jesus Passes By, God Still Answers Prayer, and Christian In The House. Additionally, the group's Number One hit, Four Days Late, was also named Song of the Year by readers of The Singing New Magazine in 2001 and the SGMA Awards and continues to be a favorite among audiences.
No doubt, that same message of hope and encouragement continues to flow through the lips and lives of Karen Peck and New River with their Daywind release, Ephesians One, released in September 2008. The album, featuring #1 song I Want To Thank You, was nominated for a Grammy in 2009. Each time we go into the studio to record a new album, Karen shares, We're at a different place in our walk with Christ than the last time we prepared for a recording. Therefore, obviously, each recording pulls at a different heartstring, yet the message of hope is always present. That's what life in Christ is all about. As a result of various circumstances each of us have faced over the past years, we're at a point in our lives where we realize that anything we achieve or accomplish is all because of Christ. It is an honor to serve Him.
New Rived sets a new standard for musical perfection with rich vocal harmony that is shaded with the sophistication of Southern Gospel, country and progressive musical sounds. New River today stands not only as a talented and successful recording artist, but more importantly, effective messengers presenting the Gospel, through Jesus Christ.
Who's On The Stage
Karen Peck Gooch
Over the past two decades, Karen Peck Gooch has become one of the most beloved vocalists in Southern Gospel Music. Her distinctive soprano voice has earned her the respect of industry leaders and fans alike. In May of 1989, Karen married Dahlonega, GA. native, Rickey Gooch, during the same time she was performing with the successful group, The Nelons. A few years later, in 1991, Karen and Rickey, along with Karen's sister Susan organized New River. With the capable assistance of several other talented musicians and singers, the three developed a first-class group that has earned many honors and accolades. Karen and Rickey make their home in Dahlonega, GA, and have two children, Matthew and Kari.
Susan Peck Jackson
Growing up with her sisters Karen and Sandra, Susan's earliest recollections include listening to and singing Gospel music. She has fond memories of enjoying the all-night concerts that were so popular in Atlanta during the 1960s. She often dreamed of sharing the concert stage with her sister, and that dream became a reality when she and Karen organized New River with Karen's husband in 1991. It was a long-time desire of hers to travel with her family, and that desire has now come to pass since her husband David and her son Joseph accompany New River on their travels across the country. David serves as product manager for the group, and when the three aren't on the road, they make their home in Dahlonega, GA.
Jeff Hawes
Jeff Hawes is a native of Flat Rock, Alabama. He has previously been teaching English for the Jackson County School District in which his most recent position was teaching 12th grade English at Pisgah High School.
Jeff began singing on stage around the age of five years old and has always wanted to touch peopleโs lives through song, but it was after his tenure at Troy University, that Jeffโs โgospel dreamโ became a reality.
In 2008, Jeff auditioned with hundreds of hopeful gospel singers for a chance to be on the Gospel Music Channelโs hit reality show Gospel Dream. Jeff was one of three chosen to represent Atlanta when the show was taped in Nashville. The show aired in June 2008, and after making it through two extremely tough rounds of competition, Jeff made the top 12 in the nation.
After his time on Gospel Dream, Jeff went on to compete in Orlando, Florida for the AMTC (Actors, Models, and Talent) Competition in which Jeff was chosen for their highly esteemed Talent Show. Jeff performed in front of top producers and agents from across the world. While at the competition, Jeff was asked to travel with Stained Glass Marriage Ministries from Birmingham, Alabama in which he played keyboard and led worship for their Praise and Worship Team.
Jeff also was hand chosen by Jeremi Richardson of the contemporary group Avalon to sing with the Cleveland Carolers during the 2008 Christmas season. They performed at various venues in the Cleveland, Tennessee area.
In March of 2009, Jeff competed in the annual Aaron Wilburn Talent Search at Hoofers Gospel Barn in LaGrange, Georgia where Jeff won 1st place in the Contemporary Christian Division. Wilburn was a huge supporter of Hawes and allowed him to open for one of his shows in Alabama.
As a result of winning in LaGrange, Jeff advanced to the National Quartet Convention Talent Search in Louisville, Kentucky where he placed in the top 10.
Jeff has a true desire to minister to the lost. His goal is to magnify the name of Jesus and give all honor, praise and glory to His name. He is thrilled to even be singing on the same stage with Karen Peck and New River, and is greatly humbled and excited to be their newest addition. He cannot thank Karen and Susan enough for having the confidence in him and the faith in God to give him this chance of a lifetime.
Jeffโs favorite scripture is Proverbs 3:6 โIn all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.โ Jeff has stuck by this verse during the audition process with KPNR.
Quick Facts
Discography:
No Worries - 2009
Ephesians One - 2008
Best Of Karen Peck and New River - 2007
Journey of Joy - 2007
Good To Be Free - 2005
Faith, Hope and Love - 2004
For His Glory - 2003
Triumph - 2001
A Taste of Grace - 2000
Turn It Loose - 1999
A Southern Gospel Decade - 1999
Makin' A Difference - 1997
Carry Faith (Karen's 2nd Solo Release) - 1996
Right On Time - 1996
Unlimited - 1995
Live and Unlimited - 1995
Alabama Live - 1994
Daddy's Home - 1993
Restoration - 1992
Karen Peck and New River - 1991
My Father's Words (Karen's 1st Solo Release) - 1989
Top 40 Single Releases:
Whispered Prayers - Number One
Hey - Number One
Last Night - Number One
Hold Me While I Cry - Number One
River of Peace - Top 10
Just One Touch - Number One
That's Why They Call It Grace - Top 10
Get About God's Business - Top 10
Rejoice In The Lord - Top 20
Now That You Know - Top 20
I Wanna Know How It Feels - Number One
The Truth Is - Top 10
Four Days Late - Number One
Christian In The House - Top 20
UFO - Top 20
His Tomb Wasn't Empty (It Was Full Of My Sin) - Top 20
Miracle In Every Pew - Top 40
Let Freedom Ring - Top 10
God Says You Can - Top 10
The House That Love Built - Top 40
Little Country Church - Top 20
Ten Thousand Angels - Top 10
God Likes To Work - Number One
Whenever The Wind Blows - Top 10
Last Mile Running - top 20
Daddy's Home - Number One
Rain and Shine - Top 5
God Still Answers Prayer - Top 5
When Jesus Passes By - Number One
Bend In The River - Top 5
He's Sending Miracles - Top 5
Awards and Accolades:
Fan Favorite Artist of the Year โ KPNR โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Song of the Year โ I Want To Thank You โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Progressive Southern Album โ No Worries โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Country Song โ I Want To Thank You โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Favorite Trio - KPNR - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2009, 2008, 2007
Album of the Year - Ephesians One - Diamond Awards - 2009
Best Southern, Country, or Bluegrass Gospel Album Nominee - Ephesians One - Grammy Awards - 2009
Country/Bluegrass Song of the Year - Hey - SGN Music Awards - 2009
Favorite Female Vocalist - Karen Peck Gooch - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2009
Mixed Group of the Year - KPNR - SGN Music Awards - 2009
Song of the Year - Whispered Prayers - Diamond Awards - 2009
Susan Peck Jackson - Favorite Alto - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2008
Favorite Song - Last Night - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2008
Progressive Southern Album - Journey of Joy - SGN Music Awards - 2008
Progressive Southern Song - Last Night - SGN Music Awards โ 2008
Best Southern, Country, or Bluegrass Gospel Album Nominee โ Journey of Joy โ Grammy Awards - 2008
Hold Me While I Cry - Song of the Year - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Karen Peck Gooch -Favorite Soprano - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Susan Peck Jackson -Favorite Alto - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Trio of the Year - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Trio of the Year - SGN Scoops Diamond Awards - 2004, 2005
Karen Peck Gooch - Favorite Soprano - US Gospel News Fan Awards - 2005
Progressive Southern Album - Good To Be Free - SGN Music Awards - 2006
Song of the Year Nominee - Get About God's Business - Southern Gospel Music Awards - 2005
Favorite Trio Nominee - Southern Gospel Music Award - 2005
Progressive Song of the Year - That's Why They Call It Grace - Southern Gospel News Music Award - 2004
Song of the Year Nominee - That's Why They Call It Grace - Harmony Awards - 2004
Karen Peck Gooch - Female Vocalist of the Year - Southern Gospel Music Guild - Harmony Awards - 2004, 2005, 2006
Four Days Late - Song of the Year - Singing News Fan Awards - 2001
Song of the Year Nominee - Dove Awards - 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Album of the Year Nominee - Dove Awards - 2001, 2003
Song of the Year Nominee - SGMA Awards - 2001, 2002
Trio of the Year Nominee - SGMA Awards - 2001, 2002
Karen Peck - Favorite Female Vocalist - SGMA - 2002
Karen Peck - Favorite Soprano Recipient - Singing News Fan Awards - 11 Consecutive Years
Karen Peck - Favorite Female Vocalist Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - Several years
Susan Peck - Favorite Alto Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - 5 Consecutive Years
New River - Favorite Group Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - 2 Consecutive Years
Favorite Song of the Year Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 2002, 2003
New River - Sunrise Award Recipient - Gospel
The youngest of three daughters, Karen was exposed to the traditional sounds of Gospel Music at a very early age. Her parents often took Karen and her sisters, Susan and Sandra, to the all-night sings in Atlanta, and these concerts left an indelible mark on the youngsters who made a pact that someday they would share a musical ministry of their own.
One of the groups often featured at the Atlanta concerts was The Lefevres, who later became known as The Nelons. It would be a mild understatement to say that Karen had aspirations of singing with this talented family. In fact, that aspiration became her greatest desire, and in 1981, this dream became a reality when Karen was invited to travel with her favorite group. She remained with The Nelons for 10 years, gaining the respect of industry peers and fans alike with her exceptional vocal ability and caring personality.
Finally in 1991, the realization of yet another dream came to pass when Karen and her sister, Susan, with Karen's husband Rickey, organized the musical entourage of Karen Peck and New River. Today the New River team consists vocally of Karen, Susan, and Jeff Hawes. Additionally, Karen's husband, Rickey, serves as the group's road manager and sound technician. Susan's husband, David, is the founder and owner of the Jackson Steel Guitar Company. Dawn Hughes has traveled with the group since year 2000 as Karen Peck and New River's assistant making New River a complete family affair.
With appearances on such prestigious stages as The Grand Ole Opry, The Gaither Homecoming concerts, Opryland Theme Park, Dollywood and Six Flags Over Georgia, New River has firmly established their place at the forefront of Southern Gospel Music. Over the past decade, they have been featured on many television networks, with appearances on TBN's Praise The Lord, the Grand Ole Opry Live and the popular Gaither Gospel video Series. The group has enjoyed many honors and accolades. They have received numerous industry and fan award nominations. Their album Journey of Joy received a Grammy nomination for 2008. Journey of Joy was also nominated for three Dove Awards. This album has three consecutive #1 songs including Hey, Last Night, and Whispered Prayers. They have consistently received radio airplay at stations nationwide. Hit releases have flowed their way in bunches, and they have enjoyed many Number One songs. A few of their other popular hits include: Hold Me While I Cry, Just One Touch, I Wanna Know, God Likes To Work, Daddy's Home, When Jesus Passes By, God Still Answers Prayer, and Christian In The House. Additionally, the group's Number One hit, Four Days Late, was also named Song of the Year by readers of The Singing New Magazine in 2001 and the SGMA Awards and continues to be a favorite among audiences.
No doubt, that same message of hope and encouragement continues to flow through the lips and lives of Karen Peck and New River with their Daywind release, Ephesians One, released in September 2008. The album, featuring #1 song I Want To Thank You, was nominated for a Grammy in 2009. Each time we go into the studio to record a new album, Karen shares, We're at a different place in our walk with Christ than the last time we prepared for a recording. Therefore, obviously, each recording pulls at a different heartstring, yet the message of hope is always present. That's what life in Christ is all about. As a result of various circumstances each of us have faced over the past years, we're at a point in our lives where we realize that anything we achieve or accomplish is all because of Christ. It is an honor to serve Him.
New Rived sets a new standard for musical perfection with rich vocal harmony that is shaded with the sophistication of Southern Gospel, country and progressive musical sounds. New River today stands not only as a talented and successful recording artist, but more importantly, effective messengers presenting the Gospel, through Jesus Christ.
Who's On The Stage
Karen Peck Gooch
Over the past two decades, Karen Peck Gooch has become one of the most beloved vocalists in Southern Gospel Music. Her distinctive soprano voice has earned her the respect of industry leaders and fans alike. In May of 1989, Karen married Dahlonega, GA. native, Rickey Gooch, during the same time she was performing with the successful group, The Nelons. A few years later, in 1991, Karen and Rickey, along with Karen's sister Susan organized New River. With the capable assistance of several other talented musicians and singers, the three developed a first-class group that has earned many honors and accolades. Karen and Rickey make their home in Dahlonega, GA, and have two children, Matthew and Kari.
Susan Peck Jackson
Growing up with her sisters Karen and Sandra, Susan's earliest recollections include listening to and singing Gospel music. She has fond memories of enjoying the all-night concerts that were so popular in Atlanta during the 1960s. She often dreamed of sharing the concert stage with her sister, and that dream became a reality when she and Karen organized New River with Karen's husband in 1991. It was a long-time desire of hers to travel with her family, and that desire has now come to pass since her husband David and her son Joseph accompany New River on their travels across the country. David serves as product manager for the group, and when the three aren't on the road, they make their home in Dahlonega, GA.
Jeff Hawes
Jeff Hawes is a native of Flat Rock, Alabama. He has previously been teaching English for the Jackson County School District in which his most recent position was teaching 12th grade English at Pisgah High School.
Jeff began singing on stage around the age of five years old and has always wanted to touch peopleโs lives through song, but it was after his tenure at Troy University, that Jeffโs โgospel dreamโ became a reality.
In 2008, Jeff auditioned with hundreds of hopeful gospel singers for a chance to be on the Gospel Music Channelโs hit reality show Gospel Dream. Jeff was one of three chosen to represent Atlanta when the show was taped in Nashville. The show aired in June 2008, and after making it through two extremely tough rounds of competition, Jeff made the top 12 in the nation.
After his time on Gospel Dream, Jeff went on to compete in Orlando, Florida for the AMTC (Actors, Models, and Talent) Competition in which Jeff was chosen for their highly esteemed Talent Show. Jeff performed in front of top producers and agents from across the world. While at the competition, Jeff was asked to travel with Stained Glass Marriage Ministries from Birmingham, Alabama in which he played keyboard and led worship for their Praise and Worship Team.
Jeff also was hand chosen by Jeremi Richardson of the contemporary group Avalon to sing with the Cleveland Carolers during the 2008 Christmas season. They performed at various venues in the Cleveland, Tennessee area.
In March of 2009, Jeff competed in the annual Aaron Wilburn Talent Search at Hoofers Gospel Barn in LaGrange, Georgia where Jeff won 1st place in the Contemporary Christian Division. Wilburn was a huge supporter of Hawes and allowed him to open for one of his shows in Alabama.
As a result of winning in LaGrange, Jeff advanced to the National Quartet Convention Talent Search in Louisville, Kentucky where he placed in the top 10.
Jeff has a true desire to minister to the lost. His goal is to magnify the name of Jesus and give all honor, praise and glory to His name. He is thrilled to even be singing on the same stage with Karen Peck and New River, and is greatly humbled and excited to be their newest addition. He cannot thank Karen and Susan enough for having the confidence in him and the faith in God to give him this chance of a lifetime.
Jeffโs favorite scripture is Proverbs 3:6 โIn all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.โ Jeff has stuck by this verse during the audition process with KPNR.
Quick Facts
Discography:
No Worries - 2009
Ephesians One - 2008
Best Of Karen Peck and New River - 2007
Journey of Joy - 2007
Good To Be Free - 2005
Faith, Hope and Love - 2004
For His Glory - 2003
Triumph - 2001
A Taste of Grace - 2000
Turn It Loose - 1999
A Southern Gospel Decade - 1999
Makin' A Difference - 1997
Carry Faith (Karen's 2nd Solo Release) - 1996
Right On Time - 1996
Unlimited - 1995
Live and Unlimited - 1995
Alabama Live - 1994
Daddy's Home - 1993
Restoration - 1992
Karen Peck and New River - 1991
My Father's Words (Karen's 1st Solo Release) - 1989
Top 40 Single Releases:
Whispered Prayers - Number One
Hey - Number One
Last Night - Number One
Hold Me While I Cry - Number One
River of Peace - Top 10
Just One Touch - Number One
That's Why They Call It Grace - Top 10
Get About God's Business - Top 10
Rejoice In The Lord - Top 20
Now That You Know - Top 20
I Wanna Know How It Feels - Number One
The Truth Is - Top 10
Four Days Late - Number One
Christian In The House - Top 20
UFO - Top 20
His Tomb Wasn't Empty (It Was Full Of My Sin) - Top 20
Miracle In Every Pew - Top 40
Let Freedom Ring - Top 10
God Says You Can - Top 10
The House That Love Built - Top 40
Little Country Church - Top 20
Ten Thousand Angels - Top 10
God Likes To Work - Number One
Whenever The Wind Blows - Top 10
Last Mile Running - top 20
Daddy's Home - Number One
Rain and Shine - Top 5
God Still Answers Prayer - Top 5
When Jesus Passes By - Number One
Bend In The River - Top 5
He's Sending Miracles - Top 5
Awards and Accolades:
Fan Favorite Artist of the Year โ KPNR โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Song of the Year โ I Want To Thank You โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Progressive Southern Album โ No Worries โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Country Song โ I Want To Thank You โ SGN Music Awards - 2010
Favorite Trio - KPNR - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2009, 2008, 2007
Album of the Year - Ephesians One - Diamond Awards - 2009
Best Southern, Country, or Bluegrass Gospel Album Nominee - Ephesians One - Grammy Awards - 2009
Country/Bluegrass Song of the Year - Hey - SGN Music Awards - 2009
Favorite Female Vocalist - Karen Peck Gooch - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2009
Mixed Group of the Year - KPNR - SGN Music Awards - 2009
Song of the Year - Whispered Prayers - Diamond Awards - 2009
Susan Peck Jackson - Favorite Alto - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2008
Favorite Song - Last Night - SGM FanFair Fan Awards - 2008
Progressive Southern Album - Journey of Joy - SGN Music Awards - 2008
Progressive Southern Song - Last Night - SGN Music Awards โ 2008
Best Southern, Country, or Bluegrass Gospel Album Nominee โ Journey of Joy โ Grammy Awards - 2008
Hold Me While I Cry - Song of the Year - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Karen Peck Gooch -Favorite Soprano - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Susan Peck Jackson -Favorite Alto - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Trio of the Year - SG Fan Awards - 2007
Trio of the Year - SGN Scoops Diamond Awards - 2004, 2005
Karen Peck Gooch - Favorite Soprano - US Gospel News Fan Awards - 2005
Progressive Southern Album - Good To Be Free - SGN Music Awards - 2006
Song of the Year Nominee - Get About God's Business - Southern Gospel Music Awards - 2005
Favorite Trio Nominee - Southern Gospel Music Award - 2005
Progressive Song of the Year - That's Why They Call It Grace - Southern Gospel News Music Award - 2004
Song of the Year Nominee - That's Why They Call It Grace - Harmony Awards - 2004
Karen Peck Gooch - Female Vocalist of the Year - Southern Gospel Music Guild - Harmony Awards - 2004, 2005, 2006
Four Days Late - Song of the Year - Singing News Fan Awards - 2001
Song of the Year Nominee - Dove Awards - 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Album of the Year Nominee - Dove Awards - 2001, 2003
Song of the Year Nominee - SGMA Awards - 2001, 2002
Trio of the Year Nominee - SGMA Awards - 2001, 2002
Karen Peck - Favorite Female Vocalist - SGMA - 2002
Karen Peck - Favorite Soprano Recipient - Singing News Fan Awards - 11 Consecutive Years
Karen Peck - Favorite Female Vocalist Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - Several years
Susan Peck - Favorite Alto Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - 5 Consecutive Years
New River - Favorite Group Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - 2 Consecutive Years
Favorite Song of the Year Nominee - Singing News Fan Awards - 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 2002, 2003
New River - Sunrise Award Recipient - Gospel
I Wanna Know How It Feels
Karen Peck & New River Lyrics
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My momma and daddy talked about going home, since i was a babe on their kness.
they said that nothing compared to what was waiting up there.
how one day we qould finally be free.
well I've never seen it, but i keep on believing if would be a place like I've never known.
i got my eyes on the sky coz my soul wamts to fly.
Lord my heart is ready to go
they said that nothing compared to what was waiting up there.
how one day we qould finally be free.
well I've never seen it, but i keep on believing if would be a place like I've never known.
i got my eyes on the sky coz my soul wamts to fly.
Lord my heart is ready to go
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Karen Peck & New River's song "I Wanna Know How It Feels" is a poignant and introspective contemplation on the concept of going home to a place beyond the earthly realm. The lyrics poetically convey the singer's longing for an experience that they have never personally witnessed, but have heard about since childhood through the words of their parents. The song opens with a reference to the idea of going home that has been passed down from the singer's parents, creating a sense of familiarity and continuity that grounds the piece in the tradition of gospel music. The idea of going home is then connected with the concept of spiritual freedom, emphasizing the belief that a journey beyond the earthly realm has the potential to liberate the soul.
The central theme of the song is the tension between the desire to experience something greater than this world and the uncertainty that comes with this longing. The lyrics express a willingness to believe in something that cannot be seen, but also acknowledge the difficulty of truly comprehending what one has never actually witnessed. The singer's eyes are fixed on the sky, suggesting a yearning for transcendence and a spiritual connection that cannot be found on earth. The final line of the song, "Lord my heart is ready to go," captures the tension between the longing for something beyond this world and the desire to remain in the present, highlighting the spiritual and emotional complexity that lies at the heart of the gospel message.
Line by Line Meaning
My momma and daddy talked about going home, since i was a babe on their kness.
My parents have always discussed the idea of returning home, ever since I was a small child on their laps.
they said that nothing compared to what was waiting up there.
They've told me that there is nothing in this world that compares to what's waiting for us in our heavenly home.
how one day we qould finally be free.
They've also taught me that one day we will be truly free from pain, sin, and suffering in heaven.
well I've never seen it, but i keep on believing if would be a place like I've never known.
Although I have never laid eyes on heaven, I remain faithful that it will be an extraordinary place beyond my wildest dreams.
i got my eyes on the sky coz my soul wamts to fly.
I constantly gaze towards the heavens because my soul yearns to soar amongst the angels.
Lord my heart is ready to go
My heart is full and prepared for the day when I am called to join God in his kingdom.
Writer(s): John Darin Rowsey, Karen Peck Gooch
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Lyrics
Verse 1
My momma and daddy talked about going home
Since I was just a babe on their knees
They said that nothing compared to what was waiting up there how one day we would finally be free
Well, I've never seen it but I keep on believing it will be a place like I've never known
I keep my eyes on the sky 'cause my soul wants to fly
Lord, my heart is ready to go
Cho
I want to know how it feels
To make my way down the streets of gold
I want to know how it feels
To have a talk with the saints of old
I want to know what it's like
To rest my feet by the River of Life
I've heard of heaven and I know that it's real
I want to know how it feels
Verse 2
Sometimes I get weary from this life that I live
It seems that peace is something I'll never find
I try to lighten my load when all that I've got to show is seven hundred things on my mind
Well, I'm seeing visions of a crystal clear river
Where sin's forgotten without a trace
More than I've ever dreamed my eyes long to see the look of love on my Savior's face
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I can't wait to see Jesus and walk down the gold streets with him
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Last Friday I had a very routine gallbladder removal surgery. According to surgeons everything was fine. They brought me back to my room... four minutes later i told my momma. I cant breathe. In matter of momemts. I was gone. On respirator as doctors quickly worked to revive me. At that moment i was gone. My near death experience. I felt myself being levitated from my body. Within moments I was in presence of Christ.. i do know how it feels. I didn't want to leave. I got a sense of how precious the gloriois love of Christ is.... Heaven is my home. Join me there.
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I am grateful to say that I am a born again Christian and have been since I was 19.......I am grateful that we can gather together to worship in the presence of the one and only true almighty God the father God the son and God the Holy Spirit three in one!!!!! whether itโd be church congregation choir where two or more are gathered in his name there he will also be! to God Be All The Glory!!!!! Great Things He Hath Done!!!!!! and all hail king Jesus!!!!! the king of kings and the lord of lords!!!!!!!However folks if you donโt know Christ as your savior then it burdens my soul to think that you are headed for a terrible place called Hell where the Bible says the fire is never quenched and the worm dies not! Folks you are not promised tomorrow! If you want to know how to be saved from this horrible reality then please by all means donโt hesitate to comment right back so I can lead you to the savior! 2 Corinthians 6:2 clearly states โnow is the time of Godโs favor, now is the day of salvation!โ And Hebrews 3:15 clearly states, โToday if you hear his voice donโt harden your hearts! it is not me but the Holy Spirit that I pray reveals to you the truth of his precious gospel......John 3:16 says for God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whoever believes on him will not perish but have everlasting life! V 17 says then V 18 says whoever believes on the son is not condemned but whoever does not believe on the son is condemned already because he has not believed on the son whom God has sent! Also Acts 16:30-31 what must I do to be saved? And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house I am not threatening anyone but just warning them what will happen if they reject this precious gift of eternal life! Christ died a horrible criminals death! He was beaten brutally mocked spit upon and endured countless hours of torture pain for all of our sins! Ppl go to hell because they reject that pardon for their sins! And Jesus is saying to them in Matthew 25:41 depart from me you cursed into everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels! Hell was only prepared for Satan and his angels! It is not God who threatens anyone it is the craziness of rejecting the free pardon of salvation! Itโs like if youโre in court youโve committed a crime say you murdered someone! Now if you say to that Judge hey I know Iโve done a terrible thing of murdering that person but I hear youโre a good judge and so I know youโll be fair to me...... the judge is going to reply well yes youโre right about one thing I am a good judge and because Iโm a good judge Iโm going to see to it that youโre punished and that justice is served! Well then all of a sudden someone you donโt even know comes forward and says you know what I know heโs committed the crime heโs committed and he deserves to go to jail but I really donโt want to see him go to prison so Iโll just go to prison for him so he can go free! So if you accepted that offer youโd be free to leave the courtroom but if you didnโt well youโd be crazy and go to prison yourself! Well thatโs exactly how it was 2,000 years ago! He is God in human flesh and he came to this earth lived a perfect sinless life and even though he knew that we had sinned and because of our sins deserved to die miserably but he said no I donโt want to see them suffer so I will go and take their punishment for them! Even though he did absolutely nothing wrong still he chose to take the punishment for our sins so we can be set free from the power bondages and consequences of our disobedience to God! Romans 5:8 says For God commends his love toward us that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us! 1 John 2:2 says he was made to be the propitiation for our sins! And not just for our sins but the sins of the whole world! 2 Corinthians 5:21 He who knew no sin became Sin for us that we would be made his righteousness! The truth is if you had to get to Heaven by your own effort then you cannot do it! Because Romans 3:10 says there is not one that does good! No Not One! Romans 3:23 says For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God! Romans 6:23 says For the wages of sin is death! But the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our lord! But the good news is Romans 10:9 If we confess with our mouth and believes in our hearts that Christ died for our sins then was raised from the dead we will be saved! V 10 For itโs with the heart we believe and itโs with the mouth confession is made unto salvation! God gave us 10 commandments to follow and weโve broken every one of them! And because God is a good God he cannot allow our disobedience to him to go unpunished! Well then like I just mentioned above his son Jesus stepped forward and said no I donโt want to see them punished so I will take their punishment for them! And also like I said he died a terrible substitute criminalโs death for us on a cross so now all we have to do is accept that payment for our sins and we can escape the terrible wrath of God that is to fall on them who do not accept this atonement that was sacrificed for our sins! Praise the lord Romans 10:13 says Whoever calls on the name of the lord shall be saved! And 1 Peter 1:4 youโre an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you! Christ clearly said in John 14:6 I am the way the truth and the life and no one comes to the father but through me! Acts 4:12 clearly states that there is no other name given unto Heaven or earth by which we must be saved as there is salvation in no other! Jesus clearly states that there is clearly only one way to Salvation and itโs him thatโs it! There is no other way! God Bless everyone who reads!
@herbhouston5378
Everytime I watch this my eyes start to leak... ya know! I find myself shouting Amen a lot... What an amazing God we have! To come seek me out... and see in me something I didn't see... To tell me how much he loved me... I'm so glad I didn't have to "earn" his love... His salvation... I never could have, but it was free! All it cost me was my foolish pride and my unwillingness to listen to the sound of his voice... To know one day I stand before him and be able to tell him, face to face, I love you Lord... Thank you.
@marshahayes681
Yes this is one of those songs that make you want to raise your hands up and praise the lord. Amen
@bessieschaedel3890
I want set on jesus lap hold Jesus take some rope and have Jesus tie me to him so when he walk around see others in heaven talk have good time I be tied to Jesus that boute close as u can get to be tied to Jesus in heaven ๐๐ฅ๐น๐งทpin me to Jesus to.
@herbhouston5378
@@bessieschaedel3890
When you see Jesus you won't need to tie yourself to him. There will be a bond so strong that nothing can take you out of his arms or out of his heart. You'll spend eternity with him in a place so beautiful that the mind of man can not begin to imagine. No more pain or fear or confusion or sense of abandonment or hunger or loneliness or worry about anything. You'll be home... What a beautiful word that is, but it'll be a home like no other. An old gospel song says "beyond compare". He made it for you... because he loves you and one day, in his own good time, he'll call there to be with him... foreverโค
@bessieschaedel3890
@@herbhouston5378 yeah I know it that i to always want set in his lap.hold Jesus that to sweet right.
@bessieschaedel3890
@@herbhouston5378 I know all this I'm chirstain I know wear I'm.goine and I know when I get thire he not going no wear but I still like set on his lap for while and just hold him rest from all hard ach stuff from world and rest in his lap know that we won't be doing that agine it over the pain is over
@barbt3316
What a beautiful young lady and wonderful message. The part that really moves me is when she says "nothing in this world is worth it". That should ring strong in all hearts! Thank you Tabitha, praise God for your dedication and talents ๐โบ๏ธ