Goodness of the Lord - The Petersens Original (LIVE)

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Katie co-wrote this original song with her friend Liv Chapman from Australia, based on Psalm 27. We recorded it at the end of the year and had the joy of performing it live with Liv during our final show on the Australian tour.

The message is powerful and feels especially meaningful in today’s world. We hope it brings you peace and encouragement.

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►This video:
Dobro: Emmett Franz
Bass: Karen Petersen

Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen.
Special thanks to Randy Franz for helping us with audio and Aaron Clark for the videography.

►LYRICS - Goodness of the Lord
I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

The Lord is my light and my sure salvation
With Him by my side, whom shall I fear?
When all my enemies rise up against me
I know the Lord is near

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

The Lord is my light and my sure salvation
When I cry for help, He answers me
In days of trouble, I'm safely hidden
His love will cover me

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

He is the stronghold of my life
The rock on which I stand
He is the fortress where I hide
I will wait on Him [x2]
(Keep looking, keep waiting)

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

And the praises that we sing
Will tell of all He has restored
As we look upon
The goodness of the Lord

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This song features on: Upcoming faith-based roots project

[Liz.Newton]

*LYRICS - Goodness of the Lord (Original)*

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

The Lord is my light and my sure salvation
With Him by my side, whom shall I fear?
When all my enemies rise up against me
I know the Lord is near

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

The Lord is my light and my sure salvation
When I cry for help, He answers me
In days of trouble, I'm safely hidden
His love will cover me

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

He is the stronghold of my life
The rock on which I stand
He is the fortress where I hide
I will wait on Him [x2]
(Keep looking, keep waiting)

I believe that I will look upon
The goodness of the Lord
As I dwell in the land of the living
So I'll wait and I'll be strong
And I'll take courage in His word
As I look upon the goodness of the Lord

And the praises that we sing
Will tell of all He has restored
As we look upon
The goodness of the Lord

Album: Upcoming faith-based roots project

[josephstanczak]

So many modern "Christian" songs (worship or otherwise) focus on US - how we feel and imagine how the Lord sees us. Hearing the Petersen's sing about the Lord himself and giving Him the glory is so biblical and refreshing! Thank you for staying true and focused on the goodness of the Lord!

[LuckeyChristianGuy]

i’m a 16 year old believer in Christ really loves the petersens just wanna share my fav bible verse Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ it is no longer I that lives but Christ who lives in me❤❤❤

[RainieMe-zd]

I am so lucky to see such a vibrant, talented, happy and joyful American family. Love from China.🇨🇳

[pastortiagodestro]

The voice of this banjo girl is heavenly! She is beautiful and Christian must be an angel

[nealguentzel]

IT'S PERFECT, thank you Katie for writing this beautiful song, with the angelic voice of Ellen taking the lead, absolutely wonderful harmonies from Katie and Matt and the magic of the band including the sweet mandolin solo from Julianne at the start and anchored by Emmett's amazing Dobro and Mom on the bass. It's already become one of my many favorites from The Petersens and demonstrates why they are the best in American music today!

[ericgeddes]

This is a great example of why they're the best

[mauriziotufaro]

I'm a old blacksmith.
Congrats for this tender poema.
A life way.

[Leah-M-]

Perfect first Petersen song of the year!! Very pretty... I always love to hear Ellen sing. ❤

[cheyster_wind]

Beautiful song, and a big round of applause for the mandolin work!!! 👏🏼

[GlennLeader-lr]

So glad to hear Ellen back in her groove with a great Katie song.

[stonecutter]

Beautifully done, Petersens! God bless you for spreading this joy into the world!

[banjologic]

That was absolutely wonderful. Thanks for sharing your gifts and talents. Blessings in Christ. Shawn and Christy

[heavenbound]

Praise Jesus! He is worthy of all praise!

[tobystamps]

I think this is now my favorite of their gospel songs. And it’s their original!

[mitsu]

What a lovely song! The Petersens are indeed the best!

[rabby-u]

Just so impressed with the strength of this band, the sensitivity and the confidence in their song. So right when most bands get it so wrong.✌😎👍

[alindgren]

Nice solo, Julianne, you are improving more and more! 😍

[juliarichardson]

Wowza! At the beginning of this beautiful song, I wondered why I had never heard it before. When I realized Katie wrote it, I was blown away! Your talent AMAZES me. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

[ashwoodclan]

Katie and Liv need to write more hymns!! My new favorite hymn! Thank you Liv and