Its funny, Guy Penrod went to liberty university here in VA which is about 5 hrs from me. While in college, Guy always made a big argument why a guy with long hair is wrong (which the bible does say it) After he left the college and church he grew out his hair. I wonder why. He was so against it then, so what happened?
@rell4rell where exatly do youthink the Bible says it wrong for a man tohave long hair......?? if you are refering to Leviticus 19.27 forbids Shaving and cutting your hair short. “Ye shall not round the corners of your heads, neither shalt thou mar the corners of thy beard.”
Then you obviously do not know themeaning of it .
For one that law is under the Law of Moses.. Two that would Only apply to Jews.
Guy is not Jewish and for two Jesus came to Save us from LaW
@rell4rell Sometimes people realize they are wrong and make a gesture based on the principle that we all make mistakes. This could be what he did. It may have been his way to say he was wrong.
I'm a child of Rock and Roll... I was introduced to the Gaithers as a teen, and I still love them. There's nothing wrong with loving Rock and God. :-)
It is not finished when we reach heaven. It is not finished when we crown Jesus King. It is not finished when Jesus puts Satan where he belongs & throws away the keys. It WAS finished on the cross at Calvary when Jesus bowed His head & died! Everything else happens because of that. IT IS FINISHED!
Every saterdaynight my husband and I watch the homecoming programms on Dutch television. Wish we could be in the audience some day in such a big show.Must be great to be there. Wish I could sing with them. I guess I'll have to wait untill we sing before the Throne of the King for ever.
in the month of Easter in my country Fiji the youth ministry in my church performed a production/kantaka regarding the lord's betrayal rite up to the scene when he was crucified on the cross...we danced 2 this song after crucifixion n 4 me it was a life changing experience because i had the solo part...little did i no i was crying coz the spirit of God filled up the place...that just goes to show that THE RESSURECTION IS REAL!!!!GOD IS REAL
This song is such a blessing to me. I love the Gaither's. I can feel the Holy Spirit working in their songs and hearts. God bless you all for blessing others.
Wow! What a powerful message! I have listened to this so many times now, but it still gives me goosebumps! This is for real; God is obviously using these men! Why all the critisism? You'v got to joking! If I recall correctly, we are not supposed to be the judges. We are NOT the judges. I'd hate to be in your shoes, critisising God's chosen men. I wonder what He'll say to you on judgment day? Anyway, God bless these men! Such awesome voices!
When my heart is heavy and I feel low I listen to these guys sing and I feel so uplifted! What a blessing your music is to me. I find myself going back to this particular song and know the holy spirit is working miracles in my life. Thank you Jesus for giving these men the ability to reach sinners like me through their music!
The Lord chose humans, people with feet of clay; not angels to spread the Good News. He knows that we are feeble and sin-filled, yet He allows us to share a little of His glory. Our cross to bear is our flesh where sin dwells. No singer is perfect, nor am I. So to answer the question, are they preforming? Yes. If they weren't, they wouldn't be any good, and we wouldn't be listening and rejoicing with them.
Some Christians are too strict ~ I'm thankful I serve a God that loves for us to sing to Him and about Him; He doesn't mind His children being entertained by other Christians who love Him. ♥ What are you entertaining yourself with? God is about judgement but that's not all He is about... :)
@ServantofGod14 I understand your point, but what an awesome job to be able to tell people around every part of the world every day about our wonderful God and what He has done for us! That would be such a reward in itself to be able to love what you do, not everyone can say that...I've seen them perform many times and the Lord always seems so present that I couldn't see how it would be just staged..just my opinion though..
For those of you who question earning money from singing or preaching the gospel, refer to 1 Corinthians 9: 7-27 in which the apostle Paul explins how "those who preach the gospel should live from the gospel." It is an on-point synopsis for this exact topic. Also, the Gaither family uses most of the profit to further the Kingdom by supporting missionaries and by creating healthcare/medical help for Christian singers who worked to Christ all their lives and have no way to pay their medical bills.
You have to look at their faces when they sing and see the love for Christ in their eyes. Believe me that I believe truly, they are passionate about their songs.
As a musician myself, I can tell you that although there are times when it's just a performance, many many more times it's a worship each time you step out on that stage, whether it be an outdoor venue, a multi-group concert or a church service. We always had prayer before starting practice, but sometimes we had stop right in the middle of practice and have worship because the spirit was so strong. Of course, there are some of the people you see who are just performers.
@hoover4000 Thank you for all you do as a servant of God. :) I'm sure most of us have no idea how much criticism you get from skeptics, and thank you for persevering. I'm a math teacher, and I frequently play a segment or clip of an inspirational Gaither song for my students to get us going for the hour. Even though it's not the genre they grew up with, most of them are enthralled by the passion and truth in each and every song. Press on, brother. :)
Thanks for putting this up. I listen to it now before I go off to work. It is a great way to kep me reminded me of who made me and saved me. It allows me to rest knowing that it is complete and that He has everything in control, there is NOTHING for me to worry about and the only thing I really need to concern myself with is MY WALK in him. Focused on that, all else will fall into place as obedience in HIM, let's ALL things be done decently and in order! AMEN!
"It is Finished" the three most powerful words of scripture for believers today! In speaking to Muslims, I find many share the belief of Christians in that Peace is not Possible until Christ returns. This is the reason they believe He did not die in atonement. This is why we are delaying the fellowship offering of the whole body of Christ. His Spirit Reigns! Peace is indeed possible - It Is Finished - He Has Won!
I am a christian boy from Sweden and i don´t like this!! They are not true! They singing for money, don´t they? The judgement shall begin of the christian churches! Where shall this guys find a hide? They shall run from room to room.
@bennil77 If you are a Christian then I would guess that you should not worry about their "judgement".. Lord God the Almighty will take care of that IF (and I say IF) it is necessary.
bennil77 - You should re-read your Bible. 1 Corinthians 9 - Paul explains that he has the right to refrain from "work" and be supported by his work in the ministry. But, even if they are not true believers and are just doing it for show or fame, that still doesn't make what they do ALL bad. Phillipians 1 - Paul explains that even if the gospel is preached out of selfish ambition, the main this is that it is preached. What matters is that the news is good, not that the messenger is good.
@bennil77 i can tell by watching their expression that it isn't an act. These people are performing BUT they are praising God's Holy Name all the way. If they get paid to sing, I have no problem with that. I wish I could get paid doing what I love and I can tell by watching these people they LOVE doing it.
@bennil77 I am glad you are a Christian. I can't speak for this particular group, but I do know that every Christian is a servant of the Gospel of Jesus and we should all do our part in spreading that Good News. That means that whether you sing Gospel tunes for a living or you are a Teller at a Bank, you should look at that as the Lord's money. I hope they do right with the Lord's money, but a more important question for me is am I doing right with the Lord's money?
@bennil77 The money for these types of artists is NOT what you think it is. They make a living doing concerts, but they don't "make a killing" or bring in the cash like some of these so called "God called Televangelists and Prophets" who beg people for money. They live extravagant lives off of others. The main reason Bill has the money he has for the GVB is because of all the songs he and Gloria have written over the years.
@bennil77 I am so sorry you feel the way you do. If you met these guys and/or heard their testimonies and the way people feel about them, you would know they and their use of their God-given talents are real. Bless you. :)
@bennil77 ~ that is like saying a pastor preaches for money. No, the money supports his ministry and allows him to carry on. Some misuse, yes, but it's not for us to judge, rather it's for us to receive the Message given to us through the gift of teaching and in this case the gift, the Wonderful Gift, of music. Don't let your judgments get in the way of the gift that is being offered.
@bennil77 The Bible says that a workman is worthy of his hire. Yes, they make money at these performances. But you don't see what they have gone through. The level they are at is, the prosperity they know, is no more than God's reward.
All of them labored in obscurity for years. And none of them do this for the money. In truth, the very nature of the music they do says that. In the United States, Southern Gospel music (this type of music) is not the way to get rich, or even comfortable usually.
@bennil77 Ummmmm, yeah. If you can't hear God speaking through these men, maybe you should be looking at your own heart. Maybe you'v got some problems that you need to be working out with Him...
As someone who used to be a part of a "performing" group (We sang Southern Gospel), it never ... I repeat, NEVER got old! I could stand and sing praises to God until no more sound would come out of my mouth!
These guys are singing to God and the audience is just fortunate enough to be there to witness it!!
Most, if not all, are ministers. They love God. Not just singing. They help others. They all have their own ministries. I met them in Louisville last weekend. They were aweosme.
Core of the message is there. God's message, his word, his food for our souls will not return void. He will deal with the intent and what is or is not in their hearts: all that we do here will be tried by the fire and what was true will stand, what is of the flesh will be burned to ashes.
I can listen to this music and worship God, in a special depth. I can only stand amazed at the music the Gaithers produce...the well that Gloria pulls from, the words that the Lord gives her...all I can say is PRAISE THE LORD!!!
Of course, they are professional performers and God blessed them with those abilities which they have honed to the max, but when you feel the Holy Spirit of God working in you, blessing you as they sing these blessed Praises, you should have no doubt of the origin---OUR LORD AND OUR GOD!
My brother, Art, was a singer in the same league as these wonderful men. Art died at age 42, of cancer due to exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam. During a remission from the cancer, he was videotaped singing this song. At his funeral, the video was played, and, I can tell you, there was not a dry eye in the house! This is a powerful song, to the Glory of the Lord!
I can't imagine singing these songs and not being moved. I have watched these videos a lot lately and I am moved more and more every time I listen to them.
@LifetoSuccess I was raised with this music. I listened less when I walked away from God and from the church, but have been spending hours on a regular basis on Youtube listening since I've come back to God. And I agree. These songs mean more everytime I hear them.
Es impreionante la interpretacion de este cuarteto, los admiro, Dios les dio ese don, aunque no se el idioma ingles, eleva mi alma, y se que pronto nuestro Dios Vendra anhelo ese día, para la musica celestial, no hay frontera ni idioma.
Thank you for this, absolutely amazing. I was lucky enough to see the Gaithers with David Phelps in concert, I can't describe how much of a blessing it was. David is even better in person if you can even imagine it. :)
God bless you all, God bless you all my brothers and sisters and you, who are not yet.... Let's find our Gifts let's take them, let's serve our Mighty God in the Name of Jesus. Cause He has made it finished for us. Hallelujah. Martin
I LOVE THIS SONG IT SENDS SHIVERS DOWN MY SPINE GOD BLESS ALL MAY YOU RECIVE THE PROMISED HOLY SPIRIT THAT JESUS PROMISED BE SAVED TIME IS SHORT!! AMEN
With David Phelps Awesome voice and emotions, you can't help but feel throughout your entire body the glorious message for the end, or, I should say the BEGINNING!!!
God Bless you David, for all of our sakes, keep on going.
This is beautiful song. A song that truly represents what the Lord has done for us. You have to remember it's the words that really mean something not the tune. But when both come together and touch God's people you know it was truly inspired by Him. Thank you Lord!
@hoover4000 Very true, these people could be very successful if they went out into the world and sang songs for people, but they praise God with all of their hearts.
@hoover4000 friend, I am Brazilian and I bought tickets to watch the show from the Gaither Vocal Band in Maringá PR and they do not appear to do the show. if you are a friend of Bill Gaither could not answer me because they sang? I walked 400 miles to see them. when they return to Brazil?
@ServantofGod14 Indeed......they are performing, for you and me and all who are blessed enough to witness their praises to God....... and what a marvelous performance!!!!! That's why they are hand picked to "perform"??!! Imagine if they were just run of the mill, they wouldn't be performing. I thank God hoover4000 has made these videos available to us!!!!!!!!!
If you watch many of their performances, you will have your answer to that. Yes, they sing many of the same songs night after night. But, the Spirit hits on a different song each time. It is never the same twice. If it were just a "performance" it would be impossible to see and feel that.
I know what you mean, and even though I know they love God and are worshiping him. I have had those VERY thoughts!! And in a way it's good that you are thinking about that, but don't let it take away from your worshiping!
I think that it's a mix of both. You have to understand they do these songs ALL THE TIME!!! I'm sure it gets old, but I believe the message and the reason why they do it is guinune. I tend to do the SAME thing all the time!! I question people reasons and motives and in a way it is a good thing. It shows that you are thinking about worry about people both those on the stage and those in the crowd. But honestly I believe they are striving for God (I'm sure they struggle).
@Pilotboy87 when they are in concerts they dont know what they are going to sing that night until the last minute and bill picks a different set every night so they won't get tired of doing the same thing all the time and it will remain fresh. But of course on videos they have to make sure they do all the favorites. But these guys love every minute of it and they never get tired of the message the song has.
@hoover4000 WOW! That'll keep you guessin! I mean don't get me wrong, I a regional sales rep for my company in upstate N.Y. and there is no "same ole" in my job, BUT, I can't imagine whippin' out a "cpl song sheets" the day of and pullin' that one off. LOL! That's funny. But I sing from wrote? or memory, never really could read music. AND who cares if it's performance or praise on these video's or concerts. They're Bro's in Christ. I'm sure it's sometimes one or the other.
@hoover4000 Either way, it blesses my soul and brings glory to God and that is the firstQ&A in the reformed Presbyterian catechism. Q: What is mans chief end? ( chief reason to exist) A: To glory God and enjoy him forever! Well, they're music does both, SO I'M ALL IN!
It doesn't really matter how often you sing a song that worships God. You can either have an attitude of worship or not. Just because you are performing worship music at a concert, or for that matter just practicing it, doesn't mean you don't put your whole heart into worshiping God. The purpose for doing a concert really well is to glorify Jesus Christ, not self.
@Pilotboy87 however...if ones's questions give the impression that the character of those singing is in doubt, then the question may be out of line. i've sung 'how great thou art,' 'it is well,' and even 'it is finished' many, many times. still moves me! singing or repeating the truths of the songs can be a means of grace in and of themselves!
@Pilotboy87 I can understand what your saying! I perform to though and idk about them but I never get tired of doing the same songs! Who knows but ive seen GVB live and it was some serious worship!
I grew up pretty much watching the Gaithers and everyone that's come along with them. You can feel the love of God radiating from these singers and if you ever get lucky enough to go to one of their concerts sometimes its almost like they forget the audience is there and they are totally praising God. They are an AWESOME group!!!
@ServantofGod14 does it matter so long as it is for the Lord? Are we to judge? Guess if the Lord cares he can ask them at the gates of Heaven if he chooses....... I guess I quit judging people when I acknowledged long ago that I was not GOD.
@ServantofGod14 I don't think it is a good thing to question peoples' hearts - that is between them and God. Who are we to judge our brother? They are ministering in song according to the calling they believe God has placed on their lives and God is using them to minister to the masses. We need to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling as the Bible says, and let God work out the rest.
@ServantofGod14 - We will never really know - but then God didn't give us the ability to rightly judge the hearts of men. As I think you probably know, that is exclusively God's job.
@ServantofGod14 I've seen the Bill Gaither Trio (with Bill's late Brother), and Bill Gaither and Friends in concert as well as Russ Taff (the 2nd one who sings). TRUST me!!! They are praising God!!!!! The Holy Spirit runs wild at there concerts!!!!! I don't even go to church...but when you know, you KNOW!!!!
Are you kidding? This is the story of our Lord Jesus Christ! I met Guy Penrod, and there is no false ideas behind his motives. They sing for the Lord, and have been doing it for longer than any group.
This is the video I just enjoy listening over and over again , if we start questioning if this is a performance ... I wonder if you know my King Jesus ???... if it is bothering you then its working in your heart now my friend ...Sam
@ServantofGod14 I think it's important that we do not judge anyone. God is the judge of the motives because only God knows the intent of the heart. We are to believe the best about everybody and instead of getting caught up with the messenger, focus on the MESSAGE.
THEJCSM The first guys are Bill Gaither and Russ Taff. Bill founded GVB many years ago and the quartet has had different singers through the years including some that have returned to the group after leaving. For example, David quit after this video but is now back. Russ has left, too, but groups love to have him come up and sing when he's present at their concerts.
You might wnat to check out the New GVB's "It Is Finished" from Ft Worth in April 2009 put in by MusicalFreak17. Awesome.
Listen to this Testomony everyone, The Battle is over, It is finished, we need not live just as they once have over two thousand years ago. The Battle is finished and Jesus Is Lord!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! My name is Dr.Diana Brevan where Jesus is Lord!
I enjoy listening to the Gaithers, God has truly blessed them.
TheAmbivalency 1 month ago
I believe it's the Homecoming Australia CD. :)
ginawilson3 2 months ago
Its funny, Guy Penrod went to liberty university here in VA which is about 5 hrs from me. While in college, Guy always made a big argument why a guy with long hair is wrong (which the bible does say it) After he left the college and church he grew out his hair. I wonder why. He was so against it then, so what happened?
rell4rell 2 months ago
@rell4rell where exatly do youthink the Bible says it wrong for a man tohave long hair......?? if you are refering to Leviticus 19.27 forbids Shaving and cutting your hair short. “Ye shall not round the corners of your heads, neither shalt thou mar the corners of thy beard.”
Then you obviously do not know themeaning of it .
For one that law is under the Law of Moses.. Two that would Only apply to Jews.
Guy is not Jewish and for two Jesus came to Save us from LaW
whathemomma 1 month ago
@rell4rell Nothing happened. He changed his mind. That's life.
elliethousand 1 month ago
@rell4rell Sometimes people realize they are wrong and make a gesture based on the principle that we all make mistakes. This could be what he did. It may have been his way to say he was wrong.
Mzgriffy 1 month ago
I love David Phelps, he has an amazing voice but Oh, Guy Penrods tone is so wonderful!
ljpd1 2 months ago
@ljpd1 I wouldn't even bother comparing. They both are blessed with wonderful voices!
elliethousand 1 month ago
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donnamamamac 2 months ago
@donnamamamac Yeah talk to God. The devil creeps in from every angle trying to distract us.
superqleefly 1 month ago
an amazing song, praise God.
TheAmbivalency 2 months ago
If you can watch and listen to this without being touched by God's Holy Spirit, I do believe you are already dead. Spiritually dead.
barbarastarling1982 2 months ago
tears in my eyes, beautyfull. I love the singing of the Lord!!
jeanette1957 2 months ago
What CD is this from? Thanks.
Jamessharonf 2 months ago
@Jamessharonf
This is from the Australian Homecoming DVD
MostQuality 1 month ago
@Jamessharonf
This song is from the Austrailian Homecoming.
57BillR 1 month ago
this song really refreshed my soul
alton1876 2 months ago
@People questioning discernment, it's a valid question to ask if they're praising or performing.
servant of god 14 is just throwing it out there... stop flaming him, I bet he doesn't even respond anymore..
Anyways, the first guy singing, I seen him in another video a while back... his voice gets SOOO LOOOWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LightGesture 2 months ago
The End Is Nigh At Hand! Praise God!
montsyblackmadonna 3 months ago
I'm a child of Rock and Roll... I was introduced to the Gaithers as a teen, and I still love them. There's nothing wrong with loving Rock and God. :-)
MizzBonesUSA 3 months ago
They are praising God, the Holy one, the one and only Jesus Christ.
cjk3182able 3 months ago in playlist cjk3182able's favourites
wnemis@gmail.come """ IT IS FINISHED !!! IT IS A GREAT SONG WITH MEANING ! THE BATTLE IS OVER AND WE ARE THE WINNERS IN CHRIST JESUS !
THIS IS A BIG AMEN !
wnemis 3 months ago
How is the name of this DVD ?
kevenysz 3 months ago
WOW powerful song
n4sir804 4 months ago
It Is GOD !!!! Not Bill !!!!!
Cjs11497 4 months ago
it is truely finish god has won-won amen
wendynichollsl 4 months ago
IT IS FINISHED ..... HALLELUJAH!!!
Terri3210 4 months ago
Michael Phelps knows exactly how to bring it HOME!! lol
Vargo0071 4 months ago
If youre looking up to Jesus, you can't look down on people
scrapper76 4 months ago
It is not finished when we reach heaven. It is not finished when we crown Jesus King. It is not finished when Jesus puts Satan where he belongs & throws away the keys. It WAS finished on the cross at Calvary when Jesus bowed His head & died! Everything else happens because of that. IT IS FINISHED!
robinbyrd1963 4 months ago
At last, praise His name, I'm free!! It is Finished!! Praise God!! Thank you Jesus!!
pfisk82 4 months ago in playlist The Gaither Vocal Band
Every saterdaynight my husband and I watch the homecoming programms on Dutch television. Wish we could be in the audience some day in such a big show.Must be great to be there. Wish I could sing with them. I guess I'll have to wait untill we sing before the Throne of the King for ever.
mothermir 4 months ago
in the month of Easter in my country Fiji the youth ministry in my church performed a production/kantaka regarding the lord's betrayal rite up to the scene when he was crucified on the cross...we danced 2 this song after crucifixion n 4 me it was a life changing experience because i had the solo part...little did i no i was crying coz the spirit of God filled up the place...that just goes to show that THE RESSURECTION IS REAL!!!!GOD IS REAL
WaMe19 4 months ago
Get it David Phelps.
vfrdyno18 5 months ago
I am sure that through the Gaither's songs they have brought many to know the Lord.
Bratlady9326 5 months ago in playlist Bill Gaither Vocal Band
Are they Seventh Day Adventists?" :D
iamSmexx 5 months ago
4:30, look at the passion in David's eyes when he says, "Praise His Name"!
WhiteLionKing10 5 months ago
Struggling with something? This is an old gospel song but you might find it refreshing, please listen.
Hizsecretgarden 5 months ago
This song is such a blessing to me. I love the Gaither's. I can feel the Holy Spirit working in their songs and hearts. God bless you all for blessing others.
poetlindamae 5 months ago
I can't put into words how much I love this song and the Gaither's. They truly sang for the Lord. What an inspiration to me!
poetlindamae 5 months ago
Keep singing for the Lord. One of my favorite song's you all sing. May God bless you all.
poetlindamae 5 months ago
One of my favorite songs. The Gaither's are AWESOME! They are a tremendous bllessing to my heart, and I'm sure many others.
poetlindamae 5 months ago
jjdbeagles & FATHER in heaven & brother JESUS
poodledavis 6 months ago
Love the Gaithers! They represent JESUS!
pauljohn788 7 months ago 2
Love the Gaithers!
pauljohn788 7 months ago
KING OF AGES LORD JESUS
I am The Sinner and You Lord Jesus Took ALL of my sins and crushed
Our enemy ,.....
Wihout YOU LORD we would not have a single breath.....
THANK YOU PRECIOUS FATHER / JESUS
scitsalcoryp 7 months ago 4
So true, it is finished, and Jesus is Lord over all!
TheBlenderTutor 7 months ago
Wow! What a powerful message! I have listened to this so many times now, but it still gives me goosebumps! This is for real; God is obviously using these men! Why all the critisism? You'v got to joking! If I recall correctly, we are not supposed to be the judges. We are NOT the judges. I'd hate to be in your shoes, critisising God's chosen men. I wonder what He'll say to you on judgment day? Anyway, God bless these men! Such awesome voices!
gingerlover26 7 months ago
powerfull!
55capetown 7 months ago
it is finished thank GOD.
fitzroydann9 7 months ago
BILL you sing so well and with much expression and love the whole group . Russ my favorite .
samoniell 7 months ago
THANK YOU JESUS FOR TAKING ALL OF MY JUNK AND THAT I CAN GIVE ALL OF MY WORRIES TO YOU
I LOVE YOU SIR
scitsalcoryp 8 months ago
This song is awesome!!! These men have God given talent. What a joy your music is to my heart
bulltaco1932 8 months ago
When my heart is heavy and I feel low I listen to these guys sing and I feel so uplifted! What a blessing your music is to me. I find myself going back to this particular song and know the holy spirit is working miracles in my life. Thank you Jesus for giving these men the ability to reach sinners like me through their music!
bulltaco1932 8 months ago
This is an AWESOME song! One of my favorites!!!!!!
creggandbetty7262008 8 months ago
John 19:30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, " IT IS FINISHED": and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.
lil181060 8 months ago
my fac=vourite sone =) ttheey are ssooo awesome... david <3
fantasticlove132 8 months ago
They are singing to God---would Not matter if they sang this song a thousand times ---it is to God they sing!!!!!
abbieslats 8 months ago
The Lord chose humans, people with feet of clay; not angels to spread the Good News. He knows that we are feeble and sin-filled, yet He allows us to share a little of His glory. Our cross to bear is our flesh where sin dwells. No singer is perfect, nor am I. So to answer the question, are they preforming? Yes. If they weren't, they wouldn't be any good, and we wouldn't be listening and rejoicing with them.
kaluis3 8 months ago
to ServantofGod14 I enjoy your comments and think they are right on.
mikesr7 9 months ago
This song gets me every time...such a powerful message in reminding us about how Much God truly loved us.
rturner59 9 months ago
This song gets me every time...such a powerful message in reminding us about how Much truly loved us.
rturner59 9 months ago
ze kunnen alleen maar zo zingen, omdat ze hun stem hebben gekregen van God, wat fijn dat ze hun stem daar ook voor gebruiken !!! AMEN
jeanette1957 9 months ago
Some Christians are too strict ~ I'm thankful I serve a God that loves for us to sing to Him and about Him; He doesn't mind His children being entertained by other Christians who love Him. ♥ What are you entertaining yourself with? God is about judgement but that's not all He is about... :)
maisygirl07 9 months ago
David Phelps, and the rest of them, so powerful I wish the quality of the video was better, but the passion says it all.
msheeon001 9 months ago
@ServantofGod14 I understand your point, but what an awesome job to be able to tell people around every part of the world every day about our wonderful God and what He has done for us! That would be such a reward in itself to be able to love what you do, not everyone can say that...I've seen them perform many times and the Lord always seems so present that I couldn't see how it would be just staged..just my opinion though..
jmoshine 9 months ago
For those of you who question earning money from singing or preaching the gospel, refer to 1 Corinthians 9: 7-27 in which the apostle Paul explins how "those who preach the gospel should live from the gospel." It is an on-point synopsis for this exact topic. Also, the Gaither family uses most of the profit to further the Kingdom by supporting missionaries and by creating healthcare/medical help for Christian singers who worked to Christ all their lives and have no way to pay their medical bills.
emeraldelf21 10 months ago
You have to look at their faces when they sing and see the love for Christ in their eyes. Believe me that I believe truly, they are passionate about their songs.
msheeon001 10 months ago
Bill Gaither is a Seventh-Day Adventist!!!
tablangj 10 months ago
As a musician myself, I can tell you that although there are times when it's just a performance, many many more times it's a worship each time you step out on that stage, whether it be an outdoor venue, a multi-group concert or a church service. We always had prayer before starting practice, but sometimes we had stop right in the middle of practice and have worship because the spirit was so strong. Of course, there are some of the people you see who are just performers.
papashakey 10 months ago
@hoover4000 Thank you for all you do as a servant of God. :) I'm sure most of us have no idea how much criticism you get from skeptics, and thank you for persevering. I'm a math teacher, and I frequently play a segment or clip of an inspirational Gaither song for my students to get us going for the hour. Even though it's not the genre they grew up with, most of them are enthralled by the passion and truth in each and every song. Press on, brother. :)
thephilipwatson 10 months ago
† A M E N! †
CharmingBelles 10 months ago
Que unção dos céus!
Como Deus é fiel.
Hosana ora vem Senhor Jesus.. Amém!!!!!!!!
Paulo Lima - São Paulo/Brasil
lbfplima 10 months ago
Nai erchomai kurios Iesous.
ArticleTen 11 months ago
Amazing
curious8869 11 months ago
Thanks for putting this up. I listen to it now before I go off to work. It is a great way to kep me reminded me of who made me and saved me. It allows me to rest knowing that it is complete and that He has everything in control, there is NOTHING for me to worry about and the only thing I really need to concern myself with is MY WALK in him. Focused on that, all else will fall into place as obedience in HIM, let's ALL things be done decently and in order! AMEN!
TheReformed1 1 year ago
You just made my day!!!!! What a beautiful song... blessing to the ears and a soul!!! Thank you for posting it!!! God bless you!
lidijatakac 1 year ago 12
"It is Finished" the three most powerful words of scripture for believers today! In speaking to Muslims, I find many share the belief of Christians in that Peace is not Possible until Christ returns. This is the reason they believe He did not die in atonement. This is why we are delaying the fellowship offering of the whole body of Christ. His Spirit Reigns! Peace is indeed possible - It Is Finished - He Has Won!
TalkAboutLove2 1 year ago 3
FANTASTIC !!
FatherTimeST1300 1 year ago
Amen!!! David Phelps could sing the ABC's & I'd get the goosebumps!! That man has a true talent and gift!!!
01acooper 1 year ago 7
I am a christian boy from Sweden and i don´t like this!! They are not true! They singing for money, don´t they? The judgement shall begin of the christian churches! Where shall this guys find a hide? They shall run from room to room.
bennil77 1 year ago
@bennil77 If you are a Christian then I would guess that you should not worry about their "judgement".. Lord God the Almighty will take care of that IF (and I say IF) it is necessary.
genocobb 1 year ago
@genocobb and if I am not a christian, but I do believe in love, peace, and humanity?
MateaGracija 11 months ago
bennil77 - You should re-read your Bible. 1 Corinthians 9 - Paul explains that he has the right to refrain from "work" and be supported by his work in the ministry. But, even if they are not true believers and are just doing it for show or fame, that still doesn't make what they do ALL bad. Phillipians 1 - Paul explains that even if the gospel is preached out of selfish ambition, the main this is that it is preached. What matters is that the news is good, not that the messenger is good.
Rolbell77 11 months ago
@bennil77 i can tell by watching their expression that it isn't an act. These people are performing BUT they are praising God's Holy Name all the way. If they get paid to sing, I have no problem with that. I wish I could get paid doing what I love and I can tell by watching these people they LOVE doing it.
octgirl62 11 months ago
@bennil77 They are singing to praise God first and foremost. God provides their sustenance.
dpbj602 10 months ago
@bennil77 - Your comments do not appear to be "Christ-like"
schs1977 10 months ago
@bennil77 I am glad you are a Christian. I can't speak for this particular group, but I do know that every Christian is a servant of the Gospel of Jesus and we should all do our part in spreading that Good News. That means that whether you sing Gospel tunes for a living or you are a Teller at a Bank, you should look at that as the Lord's money. I hope they do right with the Lord's money, but a more important question for me is am I doing right with the Lord's money?
341zorro 9 months ago
@bennil77 The money for these types of artists is NOT what you think it is. They make a living doing concerts, but they don't "make a killing" or bring in the cash like some of these so called "God called Televangelists and Prophets" who beg people for money. They live extravagant lives off of others. The main reason Bill has the money he has for the GVB is because of all the songs he and Gloria have written over the years.
PaulW98Z 9 months ago
@bennil77 I am so sorry you feel the way you do. If you met these guys and/or heard their testimonies and the way people feel about them, you would know they and their use of their God-given talents are real. Bless you. :)
rnzband777 7 months ago
@bennil77 They are Ministers at the same time. Does your Minister not get paid? The Word says a man is worthy of his hire.
I agree that judgement will start with the House of God but I believe the Church has a lot of more important things to answer for.
truthsintheword 7 months ago
@bennil77 ~ that is like saying a pastor preaches for money. No, the money supports his ministry and allows him to carry on. Some misuse, yes, but it's not for us to judge, rather it's for us to receive the Message given to us through the gift of teaching and in this case the gift, the Wonderful Gift, of music. Don't let your judgments get in the way of the gift that is being offered.
Salinwa 7 months ago
@bennil77 The Bible says that a workman is worthy of his hire. Yes, they make money at these performances. But you don't see what they have gone through. The level they are at is, the prosperity they know, is no more than God's reward.
All of them labored in obscurity for years. And none of them do this for the money. In truth, the very nature of the music they do says that. In the United States, Southern Gospel music (this type of music) is not the way to get rich, or even comfortable usually.
GamerZombie 7 months ago
@bennil77 Ummmmm, yeah. If you can't hear God speaking through these men, maybe you should be looking at your own heart. Maybe you'v got some problems that you need to be working out with Him...
gingerlover26 7 months ago
As someone who used to be a part of a "performing" group (We sang Southern Gospel), it never ... I repeat, NEVER got old! I could stand and sing praises to God until no more sound would come out of my mouth!
These guys are singing to God and the audience is just fortunate enough to be there to witness it!!
4ohiobucks 1 year ago 25
And any one who doesn't believe they can find out if they make it to Heaven.
ulsterstan 1 year ago
Most, if not all, are ministers. They love God. Not just singing. They help others. They all have their own ministries. I met them in Louisville last weekend. They were aweosme.
holliet1976 1 year ago 3
Core of the message is there. God's message, his word, his food for our souls will not return void. He will deal with the intent and what is or is not in their hearts: all that we do here will be tried by the fire and what was true will stand, what is of the flesh will be burned to ashes.
ddjwheeld2010 1 year ago
COnsumado! O mal foi banido...
63817748 1 year ago
ja het is over, God heeft gewonnen!!!!
jeanette1957 1 year ago
I can listen to this music and worship God, in a special depth. I can only stand amazed at the music the Gaithers produce...the well that Gloria pulls from, the words that the Lord gives her...all I can say is PRAISE THE LORD!!!
iamgayle1 1 year ago 3
Of course, they are professional performers and God blessed them with those abilities which they have honed to the max, but when you feel the Holy Spirit of God working in you, blessing you as they sing these blessed Praises, you should have no doubt of the origin---OUR LORD AND OUR GOD!
ocnoreen 1 year ago 3
20 people are deaf
therealmudoking 1 year ago
My brother, Art, was a singer in the same league as these wonderful men. Art died at age 42, of cancer due to exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam. During a remission from the cancer, he was videotaped singing this song. At his funeral, the video was played, and, I can tell you, there was not a dry eye in the house! This is a powerful song, to the Glory of the Lord!
Elsbeth1540 1 year ago
I can't imagine singing these songs and not being moved. I have watched these videos a lot lately and I am moved more and more every time I listen to them.
LifetoSuccess 1 year ago
@LifetoSuccess I was raised with this music. I listened less when I walked away from God and from the church, but have been spending hours on a regular basis on Youtube listening since I've come back to God. And I agree. These songs mean more everytime I hear them.
GamerZombie 7 months ago
yeah tharkwood...you're right
benn0704 1 year ago
Excellent song! David's voice is so rich and full, even when he cranks up the volume!
tharkwood 1 year ago
Es impreionante la interpretacion de este cuarteto, los admiro, Dios les dio ese don, aunque no se el idioma ingles, eleva mi alma, y se que pronto nuestro Dios Vendra anhelo ese día, para la musica celestial, no hay frontera ni idioma.
gcchdetoq 1 year ago
Thank you for this, absolutely amazing. I was lucky enough to see the Gaithers with David Phelps in concert, I can't describe how much of a blessing it was. David is even better in person if you can even imagine it. :)
jillsilver007 1 year ago
And then I heard that the KING of the ages
HE has fought all lives battles just for me.
And victory, VICTORY is mine for the claiming,
and now praise HIS NAME, I am FREE!
Amen.
May the devil and his gang read this. And tremble.
LutherJordan 1 year ago
AMAZING
rachmajane 1 year ago
God bless you all, God bless you all my brothers and sisters and you, who are not yet.... Let's find our Gifts let's take them, let's serve our Mighty God in the Name of Jesus. Cause He has made it finished for us. Hallelujah. Martin
mcop11 1 year ago
I LOVE THIS SONG IT SENDS SHIVERS DOWN MY SPINE GOD BLESS ALL MAY YOU RECIVE THE PROMISED HOLY SPIRIT THAT JESUS PROMISED BE SAVED TIME IS SHORT!! AMEN
ThePrayerwarrior777 1 year ago
I like to listem to this music all days
carelli28 1 year ago
With David Phelps Awesome voice and emotions, you can't help but feel throughout your entire body the glorious message for the end, or, I should say the BEGINNING!!!
God Bless you David, for all of our sakes, keep on going.
Greeba87 1 year ago
Profound!
tracer468 1 year ago
Wonderful! Just chilling, and a reminder of how well Bill Gaither sings.
marthaeckert 1 year ago
This is beautiful song. A song that truly represents what the Lord has done for us. You have to remember it's the words that really mean something not the tune. But when both come together and touch God's people you know it was truly inspired by Him. Thank you Lord!
1982cherryblossom 1 year ago
This is chilling, and so wonderful encouragement
marthaeckert 1 year ago
Dang David, your vocals give me goosebumps!!!! Thank God for these men, he just needs a few good men...
HeForeverLives 1 year ago
Where is Guy Penrod?
marthaeckert 1 year ago
A beautiful song indeed! Such meaningful words of TRUTH!! Amen!1
Teeshism 1 year ago
Amen the king is coming
chrissoftail 1 year ago
I wonder if they are singing in praise to God or just performing?
ServantofGod14 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 ive met most of them and trust me they are praising God with all their heart
hoover4000 1 year ago 86
@hoover4000 Very true, these people could be very successful if they went out into the world and sang songs for people, but they praise God with all of their hearts.
rogocorp 1 year ago
@rogocorp Glory to God!Amen!
Hans021220 1 year ago
@hoover4000 They are simply instuments in Gods hands being used as the spirit flows through them as it is not about them.
JerryBrown1956 1 year ago 4
@hoover4000 friend, I am Brazilian and I bought tickets to watch the show from the Gaither Vocal Band in Maringá PR and they do not appear to do the show. if you are a friend of Bill Gaither could not answer me because they sang? I walked 400 miles to see them. when they return to Brazil?
marceloamota 9 months ago
@hoover4000
It is finished!!! We just have to claim his promises. Yes Lord it is finished,
OkemaG 9 months ago
@hoover4000 I think they joy to praise God with there songs
sherrybeautyful1 6 months ago
@ServantofGod14 Indeed......they are performing, for you and me and all who are blessed enough to witness their praises to God....... and what a marvelous performance!!!!! That's why they are hand picked to "perform"??!! Imagine if they were just run of the mill, they wouldn't be performing. I thank God hoover4000 has made these videos available to us!!!!!!!!!
thabluz7 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14
If you watch many of their performances, you will have your answer to that. Yes, they sing many of the same songs night after night. But, the Spirit hits on a different song each time. It is never the same twice. If it were just a "performance" it would be impossible to see and feel that.
ladytxlove 1 year ago 3
@ServantofGod14
I know what you mean, and even though I know they love God and are worshiping him. I have had those VERY thoughts!! And in a way it's good that you are thinking about that, but don't let it take away from your worshiping!
Pilotboy87 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14
I think that it's a mix of both. You have to understand they do these songs ALL THE TIME!!! I'm sure it gets old, but I believe the message and the reason why they do it is guinune. I tend to do the SAME thing all the time!! I question people reasons and motives and in a way it is a good thing. It shows that you are thinking about worry about people both those on the stage and those in the crowd. But honestly I believe they are striving for God (I'm sure they struggle).
Pilotboy87 1 year ago 14
@Pilotboy87 when they are in concerts they dont know what they are going to sing that night until the last minute and bill picks a different set every night so they won't get tired of doing the same thing all the time and it will remain fresh. But of course on videos they have to make sure they do all the favorites. But these guys love every minute of it and they never get tired of the message the song has.
hoover4000 1 year ago 33
@hoover4000 While singing this song, I don't know how you couldn't be praising the LORD!!
ntswood 1 year ago 5
@hoover4000 WOW! That'll keep you guessin! I mean don't get me wrong, I a regional sales rep for my company in upstate N.Y. and there is no "same ole" in my job, BUT, I can't imagine whippin' out a "cpl song sheets" the day of and pullin' that one off. LOL! That's funny. But I sing from wrote? or memory, never really could read music. AND who cares if it's performance or praise on these video's or concerts. They're Bro's in Christ. I'm sure it's sometimes one or the other.
TheReformed1 1 year ago
@hoover4000 Either way, it blesses my soul and brings glory to God and that is the firstQ&A in the reformed Presbyterian catechism. Q: What is mans chief end? ( chief reason to exist) A: To glory God and enjoy him forever! Well, they're music does both, SO I'M ALL IN!
TheReformed1 1 year ago
@hoover4000 Seriously? I didn't know that. Awesome to hear.
GamerZombie 7 months ago
@Pilotboy87
It doesn't really matter how often you sing a song that worships God. You can either have an attitude of worship or not. Just because you are performing worship music at a concert, or for that matter just practicing it, doesn't mean you don't put your whole heart into worshiping God. The purpose for doing a concert really well is to glorify Jesus Christ, not self.
Evangeline220 1 year ago
@Pilotboy87
The good news is we are not the judge, GOD is.
clogg2232 1 year ago
@Pilotboy87 Its easy to understand when you love our Heavenly Father I personally sing many of these songs daily and never get tired of them.
ikesearcher 10 months ago
@Pilotboy87 however...if ones's questions give the impression that the character of those singing is in doubt, then the question may be out of line. i've sung 'how great thou art,' 'it is well,' and even 'it is finished' many, many times. still moves me! singing or repeating the truths of the songs can be a means of grace in and of themselves!
mowguy98 8 months ago
@Pilotboy87 I can understand what your saying! I perform to though and idk about them but I never get tired of doing the same songs! Who knows but ive seen GVB live and it was some serious worship!
bubbakevs 6 months ago
@ServantofGod14
I grew up pretty much watching the Gaithers and everyone that's come along with them. You can feel the love of God radiating from these singers and if you ever get lucky enough to go to one of their concerts sometimes its almost like they forget the audience is there and they are totally praising God. They are an AWESOME group!!!
proudchristian1971 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 does it matter so long as it is for the Lord? Are we to judge? Guess if the Lord cares he can ask them at the gates of Heaven if he chooses....... I guess I quit judging people when I acknowledged long ago that I was not GOD.
texasfan1971 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 stop wondering and allow your faith to lead you. As for me i ve seen them live and surely god is with them.
jpeacejr 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 Why u say that?
MICEYMICEYable 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 I'm pretty sure they love God;and know, they are a blessing to me, and others
blissJesus1 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 I don't think it is a good thing to question peoples' hearts - that is between them and God. Who are we to judge our brother? They are ministering in song according to the calling they believe God has placed on their lives and God is using them to minister to the masses. We need to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling as the Bible says, and let God work out the rest.
4urglory1 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 , They are praising God to the utmost of their souls!
wltdo777 1 year ago
@ServantofGod14 I believe they are praising God. Just look at the countenance on their faces!
mcdowell220 11 months ago
@ServantofGod14 - We will never really know - but then God didn't give us the ability to rightly judge the hearts of men. As I think you probably know, that is exclusively God's job.
Jesusisthe1way 11 months ago
@ServantofGod14 I have been to 4 of their "worship services" and believe me that is what they are, worship services.
barbarajful 10 months ago
@ServantofGod14 I've seen the Bill Gaither Trio (with Bill's late Brother), and Bill Gaither and Friends in concert as well as Russ Taff (the 2nd one who sings). TRUST me!!! They are praising God!!!!! The Holy Spirit runs wild at there concerts!!!!! I don't even go to church...but when you know, you KNOW!!!!
beatlesarebest 10 months ago
@ServantofGod14
My question: While you were watching it were YOU praising God or were YOU just watching performers?
annnewcreation 9 months ago
Are you kidding? This is the story of our Lord Jesus Christ! I met Guy Penrod, and there is no false ideas behind his motives. They sing for the Lord, and have been doing it for longer than any group.
311Lancelot 9 months ago
This is the video I just enjoy listening over and over again , if we start questioning if this is a performance ... I wonder if you know my King Jesus ???... if it is bothering you then its working in your heart now my friend ...Sam
welcomein007 8 months ago
@ServantofGod14 Does it matter? Can't God work miracles through even the most self-centered of His children?
krystalframe 6 months ago
@ServantofGod14 I think it's important that we do not judge anyone. God is the judge of the motives because only God knows the intent of the heart. We are to believe the best about everybody and instead of getting caught up with the messenger, focus on the MESSAGE.
dubyadc 6 months ago 4
@ServantofGod14 If one is filled with the Holy Spirit, one will not have to wonder. The Spirit will make it obvious :)
oIIIAdamIIIo 6 months ago 15
@ServantofGod14 Of course they're prasing God. Can't you feel it?
Sarah110010002279 6 months ago 15
I absolutely love this song, I listen to it over and over! David Phelps has such a power voice, its beautiful!
0707JDAWG 1 year ago
THEJCSM The first guys are Bill Gaither and Russ Taff. Bill founded GVB many years ago and the quartet has had different singers through the years including some that have returned to the group after leaving. For example, David quit after this video but is now back. Russ has left, too, but groups love to have him come up and sing when he's present at their concerts.
You might wnat to check out the New GVB's "It Is Finished" from Ft Worth in April 2009 put in by MusicalFreak17. Awesome.
Pollymyluv 1 year ago
Amen... Jesus is Lord & the soon coming king.....
Mikeejvci 1 year ago
one of my favorite songs, I Love David Phelps, He has an AMAZING voice!
0707JDAWG 1 year ago
I LOVE THIS BAND
JASMINEFORD1 1 year ago
SHIVERS. GOOD ONES. GLAD I AM ON HIS SIDE (AND HE IS ON MINE)
okthatsall1 1 year ago
The vocal band has undergone so many changes, it is nice to still have these vintage performances. Thank you so much!
implifcations 1 year ago
I didnt think much of the first guys voices but Guy's and Davids voices are spectacular :D
TheJCSM 1 year ago
It is finished...Jesus did for us
The29121971 1 year ago
This performance was absolutely fantastic.
God Bless all the great singers as they bring Gods message in song.
marianne6280 1 year ago
Listen to this Testomony everyone, The Battle is over, It is finished, we need not live just as they once have over two thousand years ago. The Battle is finished and Jesus Is Lord!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! My name is Dr.Diana Brevan where Jesus is Lord!
PastoraDrDianaBrevan 1 year ago
love this song but i like the version with michael english better cause he sings it with such conviction.
scrapper76 1 year ago
i absolutely LOVE this song...love the drums throughout.
shermagreen 1 year ago