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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/
Show Your Power
Petra Lyrics
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He is the Lord
Spoke into the darkness, creating the Light
He is the Lord
Who is like unto Him, never ending in days
He is the Lord
And He comes in power when we call on His name
Chorus:
Show Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Show Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Oh, Lord, our God
Your Gospel, oh, Lord is the hope for our nation
You are the Lord
It's the power of God for our salvation
You are the Lord
CHORUS
We ask not for riches but look to the cross
'Cause you are the Lord
And for our inheritance give us the loss
You are the Lord
Send Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Send Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Oh, Lord, our God
(c) 1991 Mercy/Vineyard Publishing/ ASCAP
The song "Show Your Power" by Petra is a powerful declaration of faith and dependence on the Lord. The first verse establishes God's sovereignty and power, describing Him as the one who spoke light into existence and who reigns on high. The second verse continues this theme, emphasizing His eternal nature and willingness to come in power when we call on His name. The chorus is a prayer for God to reveal His power, a recognition of how desperately we need Him in our lives.
The third verse shifts to focus on the gospel as the hope for our nation and the power of God for our salvation. The final lines of this verse are particularly impactful, asking not for earthly riches but instead for the cross and the loss of our lives for the sake of following Christ. The final chorus is a plea for God to send His power, a recognition that we cannot do anything in our own strength but must rely on Him alone.
Overall, "Show Your Power" is a song that encourages faith and dependence on the Lord. It recognizes His sovereignty and power, while also emphasizing the importance of the gospel and our own willingness to lay down our lives for Him.
Line by Line Meaning
He is the Lord and He reigns on high
He is the omnipotent God who rules the entire universe and governs all.
Spoke into the darkness, creating the Light
God brought illumination into the world when it was shrouded in darkness by His divine command.
Who is like unto Him, never ending in days
There is no one in existence comparable to God, who is eternal without end.
And He comes in power when we call on His name
God manifests His strength and authority when we entreat Him in prayer.
Show Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Show Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Oh, Lord, our God
The plea to God to showcase His majestic might to the world as the sovereign ruler of all creation.
Your Gospel, oh, Lord is the hope for our nation
You are the Lord
It's the power of God for our salvation
You are the Lord
God's good news is the beacon of hope for humankind, and it triumphantly saves our souls from eternal damnation and annihilation.
We ask not for riches but look to the cross
'Cause you are the Lord
And for our inheritance give us the loss
You are the Lord
We do not seek earthly treasures but fix our eyes on the cross where God offered His life to redeem us, and we surrender everything to Him as our divine authority.
Send Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Send Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Oh, Lord, our God
The request for God to shower His omnipotent power upon us as we face the trials and tribulations of life.
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He is the Lord and He reigns on high
He is the Lord
Spoke into the darkness, creating the Light
He is the Lord
Who is like unto Him, never ending in days
He is the Lord
And He comes in power when we call on His name
He is the Lord
Show Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Show Your power
Oh, Lord, our God
Oh, Lord, our God
Your Gospel, oh, Lord is the hope for our nation
You are the Lord
It's the power of God for our salvation
You are the Lord
We ask not for riches but look to the cross
'Cause you are the Lord
And for our inheritance give us the loss
You are the Lord
Haley Hankins
i grew up listening to this every sunday morning before church.
Brianking Thongni
I keep listening to Petra every day this is the best priase n worship song thanks Petra
I love PETRA ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Daniela Mesa Barrientos
esta muy bueno! soy Daniela de chile y creo q Dios es maravilloso o Wonderfull!
kenyoung1981
I haven't heard this song since 1998. I got this album from a friend for Christmas 97. But December of 98 I began a very rough season of my life... and it's great tonight to hear this song after so many years.
He and I went to a Petra Concert that ended up being half concert / half worship session. Was so awesome.
fedoracore321
This is what is called brilliant music!
Rosilene Santos
eu amo os seus louvores
T S
May you be blessed on your journey in preaching the Word of God.....
The Lord is a Strong Tower!!!
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ziguehi
Powerful! Wonderful!
khiangte tonsing
Used to listen when I was around 16, from there, till today I live this song & it's my devotional song, my prayer
chapulinaramirez
Show your power, Oh Lord our God - what a great song!