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1) Petra is a Christian Rock band formed in 1972 by Bob Hartman, Bill Glover, John DeGroff, and Greg Hough. "Petra" means "rock" in NT Greek, making the band name a triple pun. Rising from the Jesus music movement, and initially signed to [recordlabel]Myrrh Records[/recordlabel], they fought to gain acceptance and recognition in a church culture that at the time believed rock music to be off-limits. Over time they eventually won over most of their critics, thanks to a steady approach and some solid adult contemporary airplay hits like "The Coloring Song," outside of their usual rock fare. By the mid-80's, when lead singer Greg X. Volz left the band and was replaced by John Schlitt, Petra had solidified their place as the foremost Christian rock band in the industry with a string of hit albums and singles and strong touring. The release of Petra Praise: The Rock Cries Out marked a turn towards modern-sounding worship music that would soon explode into the modern worship movement.
Petra was nominated for and won numerous Grammy and Dove Awards. In 1991, after the release of their acclaimed Beyond Belief record, Petra became the first rock band ever to win for Group of the Year at the Dove Awards. They were also the first Christian rock band to be inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
For three decades Petra continued to produce albums despite changes in their line-up as well as the genre and market. On May 24th, 2005 Petra announced their retirement after 33 years of ministry. They recorded one of their final performances in Franklin, Tennessee to release it as their last album, Farewell. Their last performance finished in the early hours of January 1, 2006 in Murphy, North Carolina. Bob Hartman and John Schlitt continue to tour under the moniker II Guys From Petra.
Lineups through the years:
Early 80's Captured in Time & Space lineup: Bob Hartman, Greg X. Volz, John Slick, Mark Kelly, Louie Weaver, John Lawry
Late 80's "Beyond Belief dream team" lineup: Bob Hartman, John Schlitt, John Lawry, Louie Weaver, Ronny Cates
Late 90's Petra Praise 2 - We Need Jesus lineup: John Schlitt, Louie Weaver, Lonnie Chapin, Pete Orta, Kevin Brandow
Farewell CD lineup: John Schlitt, Bob Hartman, Greg Bailey, Paul Simmons, with special appearances by Greg X. Volz and John Lawry
More members: Rob Frazier, Jim Cooper, David Lichens, Trent Thomason, Bryce Bell, Quinton Gibson, Justin Johnson
See also http://www.petraband.com/
Believer in Deed
Petra Lyrics
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This fleeting moment that we spend on earth
No second chance to live it all again
It must be now or never
To cherish each endeavor
What will they say that I have left behind?
A faithful heritage for all to find
What will they see?
He was a believer in deed
He had a heart of a different breed
He made his mark and he lived by his creed
A true believer
A believer in deed
Am I living everything I say?
Am I pointing others to the way?
Will I leave this world a better place?
Will Jesus say He knew me?
Is Jesus living through me?
Did I maintain my authenticity?
A man of honor and integrity?
Remembering me
I hope that they will truly see
At the end of my days I know I'm gonna say
I wouldn't live my life any other way
I'll look to my posterity to carry on for me
And pray that they will see
Petra's "Believer in Deed" is a song that contemplates the legacies we leave behind and the impact our lives have on the world. The lyrics signal a journey from birth to death, urging listeners to make the most of their fleeting existence on earth. The chorus asks us to consider the type of life we're living, and whether we're living up to the values and ideals we proclaim to espouse. It challenges us to contemplate if our lives have been lived with an honest heart, and if we've been true to ourselves and our faith.
The song suggests that the measure of our lives shouldn't be in personal success and accolades but in how we've changed the world around us. It's concerned with the kind of legacy that we leave behind— a measure of the difference we've made in the lives of others. The song reminds us that what people remember about us isn't just what we say, but also what we do. It also calls upon us to reflect on whether we live our lives with authenticity, honor, and integrity. Petra's "Believer in Deed" is a song that urges us to make the most of our journey on earth, to be true to ourselves and to our faith, and to leave a legacy that proves we were indeed believers in deed.
Line by Line Meaning
On this journey we began at birth
From the moment we were born, we started a journey through life.
This fleeting moment that we spend on earth
Our time on earth is short and temporary.
No second chance to live it all again
We only have one life to live, so we should make the most of it.
It must be now or never
We should take action now, or risk never doing so.
To cherish each endeavor
We should appreciate and value every effort we make.
What will they say that I have left behind?
What will people remember us for when we are gone?
A faithful heritage for all to find
Leaving a legacy of faith and integrity for others to follow.
What will they see?
What impression will we leave on others?
I want my legacy to be
I want to be remembered for something significant and meaningful.
He was a believer in deed
Being known for having faith that was practiced, not just talked about.
He had a heart of a different breed
Having a unique and uncommon commitment to one's beliefs and values.
He made his mark and he lived by his creed
Leaving a positive impact and living in alignment with one's principles.
A true believer
Genuinely and sincerely following the faith.
A believer in deed
Having a faith that is demonstrated through actions, not just words.
Am I living everything I say?
Do my actions align with my words?
Am I pointing others to the way?
Am I leading others towards positive and meaningful beliefs and values?
Will I leave this world a better place?
Will my life have had a positive impact on the world around me?
Will Jesus say He knew me?
Will Jesus recognize me as someone who lived a faithful and meaningful life?
Is Jesus living through me?
Is my life a reflection of the teachings and values of Jesus?
Did I maintain my authenticity?
Did I stay true to my beliefs and values, even in challenging circumstances?
A man of honor and integrity?
Known for being truthful and standing up for what is right.
Remembering me
Being remembered for something significant and positive.
I hope that they will truly see
I hope that my legacy will be recognized and appreciated by others.
At the end of my days I know I'm gonna say
When I look back on my life, I know I will feel a sense of satisfaction.
I wouldn't live my life any other way
I don't regret the choices and actions I have taken in my life.
I'll look to my posterity to carry on for me
I hope that future generations will continue to carry on my legacy.
And pray that they will see
And hope that others will recognize the significance and value of that legacy.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ROBERT HARTMAN
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@PhilMante
I remember when my dad passed away from Cancer, I chose this song for the slideshow. I'm an atheist, but dad loved Petra & this song fit him perfectly.
@chadrasmussen2258
Why god is real I saw him
@PhilMante
@@chadrasmussen2258 pics or it didn't happen
@chadrasmussen2258
You'll see when you leave this world trust me
@chadrasmussen2258
Also how can I use my phone to take a picture of a being outside time and space
@trickshotsmoviesandcubing2317
@@PhilMante okay... I'm a Christian, but that was pretty funny
@beflaf
This song really churches me, and I like that! It brings about a true conviction.... "Will JESUS say HE knew me? Is JESUS living through me???"
@crystyop
amazing song
@daviddwhit3225
The most understand Petra Song
@Edduufotografo
Petra Means Rock