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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/

Shadow Of A Doubt
Petra Lyrics

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When a shadow casts it's doubt upon my ways
Beyond a shadow of a doubt
I seem to find You waiting there
Behind the wall of my own reason
I discover how You care
Lord, I know You won't ignore my prayer
Through faith I'll find You waiting
Beyond a shadow of a doubt
I know You are waiting there
I can hear You when I'm listening
I can't see You clearly now
And I know that I am missing all You have...
I will follow You although I cannot see my way
Cast Your light upon these shadows
Make them go away

If I hear Your voice I will obey
Help my unbelief and help me go...

Overall Meaning

In Petra's song, "Shadow Of A Doubt," the lyrics speak about the struggles of doubt in one's faith in God. The singer describes how they are now clouded by shadows of a different kind, making them question whether or not they are still in touch with God. They wonder if their doubt is the cause of the shadows, causing them to mistrust their beliefs. However, they also acknowledge that despite the shadows of doubt, they can still continue to find God waiting for them, beyond a shadow of a doubt.

The chorus of "Shadow Of A Doubt" talks about how the singer knows that they can find God waiting for them even if they cannot see Him clearly now. They express their faith in God despite their doubt and mention that they will follow Him, even if they are unsure of where they are heading. The lyrics also describe a plea for help, asking God to cast His light upon the shadows that are clouding their mind and make them go away. The song ultimately ends with the singer seeking God's help to go forward in their faith, even if they cannot fully see the way ahead.

Overall, "Shadow Of A Doubt" is a powerful song that acknowledges the struggles of doubt in one's faith in God. The lyrics detail how even in times of doubt, there is a way to find God and continue to follow Him with faith and hope.

Line by Line Meaning

Shadows of a different kind
Unfamiliar fears are plaguing me

Come and cloud my mind
These fears are overpowering my thoughts

And make me wonder
I'm questioning my relationship with God

Am I still in touch with You?
Am I still connected with You, God?

Or could it be my doubting point of view?
Maybe it's just me who's doubting

Seems like only yesterday
It feels like not too long ago

I was seeing clearly through the haze
I had a clear perspective amid the confusion

Now I find I'm not so sure
But now I'm uncertain

When a shadow casts it's doubt upon my ways
Doubts and fears have consumed me

Beyond a shadow of a doubt
Without any hesitation

I seem to find You waiting there
I feel like You're still there waiting for me

Behind the wall of my own reason
My own perceptions and understanding are keeping me from You, God

I discover how You care
But I realize that You do care about me

Lord, I know You won't ignore my prayer
I believe that You'll hear my cry for help

Through faith I'll find You waiting
With faith, I'll find You there waiting for me

Beyond a shadow of a doubt
Without any hesitation

I know You are waiting there
I know You're still waiting for me

I can hear You when I'm listening
I can hear Your voice if I truly listen

I can't see You clearly now
But right now, my vision of You is unclear

And I know that I am missing all You have...
I'm aware that I'm potentially missing out on so much from You, God

I will follow You although I cannot see my way
I'll continue to follow You, even if I'm not sure where I'm going

Cast Your light upon these shadows
Please help me to overcome my fears and doubts with Your illumination, God

Make them go away
Make my fears and doubts vanish

If I hear Your voice I will obey
If I hear You speaking to me, I'll follow Your guidance

Help my unbelief and help me go...
Strengthen my faith and help me to keep moving forward, God

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Shadows of a different kind
Come and cloud my mind
And make me wonder
Am I still in touch with You?
Or could it be my doubting point of view?
Seems like only yesterday
I was seeing clearly through the haze
Now I find I'm not so sure
When a shadow casts it's doubt upon my ways
Beyond a shadow of a doubt
I seem to find You waiting there
Behind the wall of my own reason
I discover how You care
Lord, I know You won't ignore my prayer
Through faith I'll find You waiting
Beyond a shadow of a doubt
I know You are waiting there
I can hear You when I'm listening
I can't see You clearly now
And I know that I am missing all You have...
I will follow You although I cannot see my way
Cast Your light upon these shadows
Make them go away
If I hear Your voice I will obey
Help my unbelief and help me go...