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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/
Oasis
Petra Lyrics
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You satisfy my hunger
Yo feed me from your hand
I was a wanderer in the wildnerness
Until I stumbled on your oasis
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You give your spirit
To a dry and thirsty heart
You satisfy my longing
I hear the voice of God
I was a wanderer in my emptiness
Until you brought me near your oasis
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You keep me safe through the night in your oasis
And I will drink from your well
I find my peace here in your shelter
And I will stay here with you in your oasis
In Petra's song Oasis, the lyrics describe the singer’s experience of finding fulfillment and sustenance through a higher power. The song begins with the lines "You give me water in a dry and thirsty land, you satisfy my hunger, you feed me from your hand." These lines paint a picture of the singer at a low point, struggling to find what they need to survive. However, through the realization of a divine presence, the singer finds solace and refuge in a peaceable haven. The metaphorical use of the word "oasis" within the chorus of the song amplifies the idea. An oasis is known to be a safe haven that provides provisions for individuals journeying through a dangerous and arduous desert landscape. Just like an oasis would give rest and nourishment to a weary traveler, the singer has now found the hope and sustenance they need to continue their journey.
The second verse of the song continues with more spiritual insight. The line "You give your spirit to a dry and thirsty heart, you satisfy my longing, I hear the voice of God" highlights the idea of spiritual hunger and thirst that can only be filled by a divine presence. It also speaks to the idea that being close to God can bring peace and fulfillment to a person's life. This verse ends with the line "Until you brought me near your oasis," which brings the importance of understanding the presence of God and how it can bring power, strength, and hope in tough times.
Overall, this song speaks to an audience who is experiencing hardship and pain, and the ability to find hope and comfort through a relationship with God. It is a message of hope that speaks to those in need.
Line by Line Meaning
You give me water in a dry and thirsty land
You provide me with the necessary resources in a place where they are scarce and desperately needed.
You satisfy my hunger
You fulfill my physical and emotional needs, ensuring I lack nothing necessary for my well-being.
Yo feed me from your hand
You generously and actively nourish me at every opportunity and always providing the sustenence required.
I was a wanderer in the wilderness
I was lost, without direction or purpose, roaming aimlessly through an unforgiving environment.
Until I stumbled on your oasis
Until I discovered you and the safe space you provide within this otherwise harsh reality.
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You keep me safe through the night in your oasis
I choose to remain here where it is secure, comfortable and safe in your care and never venturing out and away from your nurturing presence.
You give your spirit
To a dry and thirsty heart
Through guiding me and reassuring me, you allow my spirit to thrive in what would otherwise be a barren and vacant soul.
You satisfy my longing
I hear the voice of God
You fulfill my deepest desires and create a space where I can feel close to the divine.
I was a wanderer in my emptiness
I was adrift, feeling alone and without purpose, moving through my life without a sense of meaning or direction.
Until you brought me near your oasis
Until you drew me close to you, bringing me to a place of peace and refreshment.
And I will drink from your well
I find my peace here in your shelter
And I will stay here with you in your oasis
I will continue to draw from the infinite resources you provide, finding solace in your care and knowing this is where I truly belong.
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@Emmanual09
You give me water in a dry and thirsty land
You satisfy my hunger
Yo feed me from your hand
I was a wanderer in the wildnerness
Until I stumbled on your oasis
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You keep me safe through the night in your oasis
You give your spirit
To a dry and thirsty heart
You satisfy my longing
I hear the voice of God
I was a wanderer in my emptiness
Until you brought me near your oasis
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You keep me safe through the night in your oasis
And I will drink from your well
I find my peace here in your shelter
And I will stay here with you in your oasis
@Emmanual09
I'm only happy when I'm with you
And living life the way you show me
Whenever I'm apart, I grow a colder heart
I only feign my love for you
And if a day goes by without speaking
I love like I don't really need you
But in my heart I find I recognize the lie
My every breath I draw from you
And I still find you true, pulling me back to you
To you I will run
The prodigal son
Coming back home again to you
Open your arms
And into your heart
I'm folded in love again with you
And every moment that I've wasted
Chasing after my own dreaming
I know you will forgive and wipe away the tears
For all the lonely foolish years
And I will try to be true, living each day with you
All that I am
And all that I have
And all I can be
Is found in you
@andyo1212
one of many of my favorite songs from petra
@Emmanual09
You give me water in a dry and thirsty land
You satisfy my hunger
Yo feed me from your hand
I was a wanderer in the wildnerness
Until I stumbled on your oasis
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You keep me safe through the night in your oasis
You give your spirit
To a dry and thirsty heart
You satisfy my longing
I hear the voice of God
I was a wanderer in my emptiness
Until you brought me near your oasis
And I will stay here with you
Here in the shade, here in the cool
You keep me safe through the night in your oasis
And I will drink from your well
I find my peace here in your shelter
And I will stay here with you in your oasis
@marioantoniobarahonacampos5343
I love this song
@MrGiantkiller33
What an awesome start! This song is really cool. the music, the words speak much to my soul. there are times we feel like a thirsty soul, we need HIS Water from the Oasis, to quench our thirst. LORD, than ks.
@MrGiantkiller33
Thanks unknown petra , for uploading these good songs. i hear them all the time. they re so helpfull to keep me uplifted.
@Emmanual09
I'm only happy when I'm with you
And living life the way you show me
Whenever I'm apart, I grow a colder heart
I only feign my love for you
And if a day goes by without speaking
I love like I don't really need you
But in my heart I find I recognize the lie
My every breath I draw from you
And I still find you true, pulling me back to you
To you I will run
The prodigal son
Coming back home again to you
Open your arms
And into your heart
I'm folded in love again with you
And every moment that I've wasted
Chasing after my own dreaming
I know you will forgive and wipe away the tears
For all the lonely foolish years
And I will try to be true, living each day with you
All that I am
And all that I have
And all I can be
Is found in you
@hustonoliveira
Perfect song!!!!
@MrGiantkiller33
song one encourages me, song two, Convicts me.! breaks me, so GOD can talk to me. God wants us to surrender every area of our lives to Him. not just the easy stuff. HE diggs real deep, only cause HE Loves us so much. GOD wants us to stay close to Him, so we don't wander far off into the clutches of the thief. GOD Loves His flock, satan hates the sheep, us. I have a GOOD SHEPHERD!
@JHOseven
Petra is beautiful.
@MrGiantkiller33
I love what GOD says in Revelation 21:" It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End; I will give of the fountain of the water of Life, freely to him who thirsts."