How Firm A Foundation - The Petersens (LIVE)
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- Опубликовано: 18 май 2023
- Katie has loved listening to this song the past couple of years because of the rich message behind the lyrics. This is our last video we recorded without Julianne so we are so excited that all future RUclips videos will include our newest college graduate!
Hope the words and the melody bring you peace and joy like they have brought us.
~Ellen
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►This video:
Lead vocal and fiddle: @katiepetersen
Harmony vocal and banjo: @EllenHaygood
Harmony vocal and guitar: @mattpetersen4000
Dobro: Emmett Franz
Bass: Karen Petersen
Julianne: Racing through her degree in English Literature in just three years!
Key moments:
0:33 dobro
1:06 instrumental
1:40 fiddle
2:24 instrumental
2:39 bowed bass
3:14 instrumental
Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen.
Special thanks to Troy Dixon for helping us with audio and Aaron Clark for the videography.
Microphones by Ear Trumpet Labs www.eartrumpetlabs.com
Location: The Garden Chapel at Big Cedar Lodge bigcedar.com/venues/the-garde...
►LYRICS - How Firm A Foundation
How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord
Is laid for your faith in His excellent Word
What more can He say than to you He hath said?
To you, who for refuge to Jesus have fled
Fear not, I am with you, oh be not dismayed
For I am your God, and will still give you aid
I'll strengthen you, help you, and cause you to stand
Upheld by my righteous omnipotent hand
When through the deep waters I call you to go
The rivers of sorrow will not overflow
For I will be with you, your troubles to bless
And sanctify to you your deepest distress
When through fiery trials your pathway will lie
My grace all-sufficient will be your supply
The flame will not hurt you, I only design
Your dross to consume, and your gold to refine
That soul that on Jesus hath leaned for repose
I will not, I will not desert to its foes
That soul, though all Hell should endeavor to shake
Well, I'll never - no never - no never forsake
That soul, though all Hell should endeavor to shake
I'll never - no never - no never forsake
►The Petersens:
We celebrate American roots music with family values, and perform full time in Branson, Missouri in the USA. The band consists of four siblings, Katie, Ellen, Matt, and Julianne, our mom Karen, and good friend Emmett Franz. Learn more about our family on our website petersenband.com
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This song features on: Hopefully a future album
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*LYRICS - How Firm A Foundation*
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How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord
Is laid for your faith in His excellent Word
What more can He say than to you He hath said?
To you, who for refuge to Jesus have fled
Fear not, I am with you, oh be not dismayed
For I am your God and will still give you aid
I'll strengthen you, help you, and cause you to stand
Upheld by my righteous omnipotent hand
When through the deep waters I call you to go
The rivers of sorrow will not overflow
For I will be with you, your troubles to bless
And sanctify to you your deepest distress
When through fiery trials your pathway will lie
My grace all-sufficient will be your supply
The flame will not hurt you, I only design
Your dross to consume, and your gold to refine
That soul that on Jesus hath leaned for repose
I will not, I will not desert to its foes
That soul, though all Hell should endeavor to shake
Well, I'll never - no never - no never forsake
That soul, though all Hell should endeavor to shake
I'll never - no never - no never forsake
Album: Hopefully a future album
Thanks, Liz!
Thanks Liz!!
Thank you always, dear Liz 🙏
Thanks a trillion Liz
Who wrote this song?
I really appreciate that when the Petersens do a song, they do all the verses. Not just two or three, but in this case, all five of them.
That last verse is essential
I am a french christian who's passing through hard times and i was needed to hear these kind of words, so special thanks for sharing.
Blessings from France.
❤🕊️ Courage à vous. Restez ferme dans la Foi. Ce n'est pas facile en ce moment. But He who is in you is GREATER than he who is in the world. 🙏🏼
Praying for you
@@KrystelWarriorThroughJesus Exactement, merci beaucoup pour ce rappel de la vérité. Oui il est plus grand ♥
Exactly thanks a lot for reminding the truth. Yes he is GREATER 🕊🙏
Bon courage, mon ami. Sachez qu'il y a Quelqu'un qui est avec vous dans vos difficultés et qui vous guidera vers de nouvelles perspectives. Prayers sent.
@@Oldfaithful61 Merci du fond du cœur, puisse notre Père vous bénir.
♥
Thanks from deepest of my heart, may our Father bless you.
My wife decided to end our marriage. I am leaving our home for the final time in just a few minutes. This hymn came to me by Sovereign design. Thank you.
You're wearing the armour of God.
Sorry to hear about the end of your marriage. Been through it myself and it's not a nice time. Christ does sustain through things. I've had circumstances in my life that he's just sovereignly put together. Hang on in and keep trusting. God bless!
Praying for you Bradley.
Praying! God is your refuge and strength. It's very brave of you to encourage others through your note even though those few minutes must be emotional moments. God be with you.
Prayers
I take care of my elderly mother. 90 years of age of a loving giving life. Today she was diagnosed with advanced dementia and I'm in a whole new world. I came home, held her hand, made her a cup of tea and just took in her marvelous smile. Then off to my room to cry. Then she fell. I rushed to her as she laughed and said "oopsie". I helped her up and back to her chair. Then I brought up RUclips for some reason and was blessed with this beautiful song.
I hope you, the Petersens, know how much your music is adored, and today for nyself, much needed. Thank you.
May the Lord bless and keep you.
Prayers for a peace that surpasses all understanding and an extra measure of patience and compassion. 🙏
I did not know this gospel tune and I loved it. I am a french christian and the Petersens music helps me when I am feeling blue. Kate mentioned at the end of the video that she went thru hard times , i pray for her that it is all over , because she is charming and seems so kind.
In the heartland where the bluegrass thrives,
There's a band that brings joy with their musical vibes.
Their name is The Petersens, a family united,
Each member gifted, their talents ignited.
Katie, the fiddler with strings full of grace,
Her melodies soar, a sweet violin embrace.
Ellen, the banjo mistress, her fingers so swift,
Plucking the strings with a rhythm and lift.
Their brother Matt, the backbone, on the guitar,
His steady beats grounding each note with grace.
And Julianne, the youngest, sings with pure delight,
Her voice, a beacon, shining through the night.
Emmett Franz, the dobro player, a soulful sound,
His strings weeping, emotions unbound.
Together they gather at the Little Opry Theater,
Sharing their gifts, making spirits feel lighter.
In the midst of this musical kinship divine,
Stands Karen, the matriarch, a force so fine.
With grace and love, she strums the bass with pride,
Her steady hand, a pillar by their side.
Their songs, melodic, touch deep in the soul,
Gospels and covers, a tapestry that they unroll.
"Take Me Home, Country Roads," their anthem rings,
Transporting us to places where the heart sings.
And "Jolene," a timeless classic they embrace,
Breathing new life into its cherished space.
With harmonies woven, their voices entwined,
They bring new dimensions to songs of every kind.
On RUclips, their presence shines bright,
A global audience captivated by their light.
But it's the stage where they truly come alive,
The Petersens, a band for whom we all strive.
So let's raise our voices, let the music resound,
For The Petersens, whose passion knows no bounds.
May their bluegrass melodies forever flow,
Bringing joy and inspiration wherever they go.
Wow! This is amazing!
Beautifully said.
Thanks for this. So true.👍
Beautiful words
Wow! It's beautiful! Congrats! 👍
Thank God for Katie's beautiful voice.
It will be nice to have Julianne back, but, whether it's a solo, duet, trio, or the entire band, you guys always sound terrific.
Katie's fiddle playing touches my heart .
C'est une pure merveille.
I just lost my son. My faith has been shaken. Thank you for the beautiful song.
Praying for you now dear Sister💙
Jen B, I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my youngest daughter unexpectedly 20yrs ago, she was 26. I'm praying for The Lord to wrap His loving arms around you. Just keep holding on to Him even when you don't understand why. Grammy from Texas 😊
@@jackiemontogmery125 thank you. I am so sorry for your loss. My son was 29, the pain of this loss is brutal.
@@kathyhart2309 thank you 🌸🙏🌸
God Bless.
Nobody is better than the Petersens. Congrats to Ellen and Michael. Another little Petersen joining the band--how great is that!
I GUESS YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN THE COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY!
Since the first time I've heard you, i knew we were brothers in faith.
The Petersens can never go wrong with the wonderful songs of praise that they do!!!! Thank you so much for doing this!!!!
I agree! This wonderful performance shows once again that there is something very powerful about hymns. They carry the Good News to more ears than any sermon will reach and take it deeper into our hearts than any theological tract can touch.
You guys always sing like you really understand the words and it sets you apart. You're not just hitting the notes, you're hitting the meaning 👍
How Firm A Foundation is a Christian hymn dating back to the eighteenth century, included at number 128 in the collection of the English Baptist minister John Rippon "A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors" of 1787, also known as "Rippon's Selection"
The author of this Hymn has never been identified with certainty. However, the most credited would have to be Robert Keen (or Keene), who was the cantor at Carter Lane Baptist Church in London when John Rippon was the pastor.
The hymn is sung to this day on the melody of "Protection" (also called "Foundation") contained in No. 254 in "A Compilation of Genuine Church Music" compiled by the American composer Joseph Funk in 1832. However the real composer of "Protection" does not appear to be J. Funk , but still unknown.
How Firm a Foundation is a well-known hymn, which is also highly regarded in political and military circles. It was General Robert E. Lee's favorite hymn. It was sung at several funerals of prominent US politicians and presidents, including Theodore Roosevelt.
Italian captions
LE SOLIDE FONDAMENTA DELLA FEDE
[Julianne si è laureata in Letteratura Inglese /
e tornerà nei prossimi video assieme alla band e poi…] //
[Ellen è in dolce attesa, lei e Michael aspettano /
il loro primo bimbo per quest’autunno. Congratulazioni!!!] //
[Katie] Che solide fondamenta, o santi del Signore, /
sorreggono la tua fede nella Sua somma Parola //
Cos’altro potrebbe dirti Lui che non ti abbia già detto? /
A te che sei fuggito e presso Gesù hai trovato rifugio //
[Emmett al dobro]
Non aver paura, io sto con te, non ti spaventare /
Perché io sono il tuo Dio e ti darò ancora il mio aiuto //
Ti rafforzerò, ti aiuterò e ti terrò in piedi, /
sarai sostenuto dalla mia mano giusta e onnipotente //
Quando sarai chiamato ad attraversare le acque profonde, /
i fiumi dell’angoscia non ti sommergeranno //
Poiché io sarò con te, a benedire le tue angosce /
e a santificare per te la tua più profonda difficoltà //
[Katie e il suo violino a 5 corde]
Quando, attraverso prove infuocate, il tuo cammino ti ingannerà, /
sarà del tutto sufficiente a guidarti la mia grazia //
La fiamma non ti farà del male, il mio disegno è solo /
consumare le tue scorie e raffinare il tuo oro //
Quell’anima che, per riposarsi, si è appoggiata a Gesù /
non la lascerò, mai la lascerò ai suoi nemici //
Ed anche se tutto l'inferno cercasse di averla, /
non l’abbandonerò mai, no mai, no mai! //
Quell'anima che, se tutto l'inferno cercasse di prendere, /
non abbandonerò mai, no mai, no mai! //
[Katie] Grazie mille ragazzi per aver guardato il nostro video. //
"How Firm A Foundation" è stato uno dei miei inni preferiti negli ultimi due anni. //
Amo le parole di questa canzone, /
mi hanno aiutato in molti momenti davvero difficili, //
allo stesso modo mi aiutano a lodare (Dio) nei momenti belli; /
spero quindi che queste parole facciano lo stesso anche a voi. //
Un altro fatto positivo è che questo è in realtà il nostro ultimo video /
senza Julianne... sta terminando il college mentre parliamo, //
quindi, nei prossimi video che pubblicheremo /
lei avrà già finito e tornerà ad unirsi a noi, con la band. //
Quindi grazie per la vostra pazienza, grazie per l'ascolto /
e speriamo di vedervi presto. //
[applausi]
Oh, grazie a tutti, grazie per essere venuti, /
grazie per essere venuti. //
[applausi]
[Julianne ha preso lezioni extra per laurearsi con un anno di anticipo! Siamo così orgogliosi di lei.]
BEAUTIFUL RENDITION OF THIS FAITHFUL OLD HYMN.
I love all of the artistry and careful production in Petersens' videos. These videos are basically a tour of gospel music for this atheist.
Its a Good Day when you get to listen to Katie Sing such a Beautiful Song.
It feels good to miss her voice (she says it best when she says nothing at all), but it feels better to listen to her singing. And the best is: when you recieve the love of the lord through her voice and her music. It is like the top of the world. I have reached that point. And so I love to listen when she is singing.
I'm not a believer, but beautiful music cannot be denied. Beautiful harmonies. Katie your voice, which has always been wonderful, has become richer and more sophisticated over the last few years.
오직 예수님만이 길이요. 진리요. 생명이십니다..
I fully agree with you. I'm not a believer either but must recognize how superb the music and lyrics are, how mesmerizing the voices, specially Katie's, and what a bunch of feelings the performance brings to me. Keep on doing so well!!!
Hugs and kisses from Spain. Besos y abrazos desde España.
( Get It mama!! 😉)
Beautiful voices, positive messages resonate whatever our faiths.
That song more beautiful each time
Congratulations Ellen and Michael!
Wait, what? Did I miss something?
@@geraldine4727 Yes you did. Congratulation Ellen and Michael.
@@geraldine4727 Elllen and Michael are expecting. It was revealed at the very end of the video.
She’s been “hiding” behind her banjo. I noticed last video.
sooooooo happy for a little Petersen/Haygood pitter pattering about and underfoot! can't wait!
One of the most comforting songs in human history!
Wherever you live in the world, whatever music you grew up listening to and whatever music you listen to right now, it’s impossible not to like and enjoy The Petersons. Real, genuine talent, a rare thing. Keep making music, don’t stop, great stuff…..❤👍
The song is growing on me. The more I listen to it the better it gets. Great humor at the end too.
I'm here dear friends! Happy to see you again Ciao from Italy 🇮🇹! With love and friendship.
I feel like I just went to Church! Thank you Petersens!
A little bunch of joy in this mad world... Thank you The Petersens ! Hello from France !
Any work where mothers are with their children is not bad. That's why I love to listen to the Petersens...
Katie beautiful voice
Never stop playing and singing guys please?
germany is sold out :(... so I need to watch here..
Two words…
OUT STANDING
Amen, with Jesus as the cornerstone and the bedrock of our faith. Beautifully sung, Katie and family (that includes Emmett).
Love to see a family with concrete christian values. Its breath taking.
I have no words to sufficiently laud your music, your spirit, your faith, and your beauty.
Big Fan from Brazil
We love when you guys do hymns!! Please do more hymns. My girls and I sing hymns in our morning worship time and we love yours obviously cause we love your style but also cause you do all the verses!!! Thankyou
Amsterdam!!! Can't wait!!! ❤
Like spring water, the clarity of your harmonies.
This is one of my favorite hymns. When I was the church organist, I played it a lot. I like your arrangement.
Love it too, so deep and rich in theology & meaning & blessing!
What a pretty hymn, and so beautifully played! They sang a few lines of this hymn in the church scene in Outer Range (S1E1) and you know church singing, could barely pick up the lyrics. Yet I tried a search this morning to find "the hymn in episode one," sure it was an absolute long shot, and here it is! Wow. Seek, and ye shall find. Thanks for sharing!
This is my latest Petersen obsession song, and not only for the performance, which was the height of joyful excellence. Looking through the comments, it's wonderful to see the gift music is; in hard times and in good. I've also got to say that it's impossible for me to not be charmed by Katie's happiness in the outro. God bless you all.
Katie's beautiful voice ,and dobro in perfect harmony with the fiddle sounds like the ringing of bells.
"Actually, this our last video . . ." NOOOOOO!
". . . without Julianne . . ." YES!!!!!
BTW, that was a beautiful performance.
The Petersens are a very blessed and musically-gifted family. God bless you and your ministry.
Never thought I'd find a version I'd like as much as Chelsea Moon's, but here we are! Both different and equally excellent and both with Emmett on dobro!
see you in Amsterdam, looking forward ;D
I can see why this song has become a favorite for Katie. And you can tell it is because I think this is purest and strongest I've heard her sing.
There is no foundation other than Jesus Christ! Let us take heed how we build on the foundation. Thank you for a wonderful song.
Such Beauty, whenever I listen to The Petersens it touches my soul. Thank You
Many thanks from Greece 🇬🇷 Amazing!!!
Oh yes, they come to the netherlands!!!! we look forward to see you all live!💓
Sono cresciuto nella fede ma da tempo non mi ritrovo più. Non per il dubbio se Dio esista oppure no, perché è nel mistero che può essere la divinità. Tuttavia, le troppe sovrastrutture, le convinzioni di diversi culti cristiani, l'arroganza di certi cattolici... (io sono cattolico, ho ricevuto i sacramenti).
Non so più.
Ma quella piccola luce di speranza, di amore, di aiuto per se stessi e anche per gli altri, la certezza di scegliere il bene e non il male, ebbene, quella luce non si è spenta. È bastata questa vostra canzone (o forse è un inno) per commuovermi e per questo vi dico: Grazie. ❤️
Suonata e cantata splendidamente, come sempre.
Ciao The Petersens.
ALWAYS wait till the end of the video. It is worth it every time! :)
[Thank you/Countryroad brought me here.]
The sentence 'Manners maketh man.' noticed in a shop reminded me of the movie 'King's man', 'Countryroad -one of my nickname in the christians' broadcasting system in korea' whrere i walked for 1 hour to go to church in this sunday time zone'.
After listening that, i became to listen to this.
You all are beautiful and handsom,charming.
i was very glad to see & listen to the sound of contrabass especially.
Loved it!!!! I love your gospel tunes because your family lives the gospel! God Bless!!!!
This is the first Video of yours I have seen. If the rest of them are as good as this on you will have a new subscriber.
they all are, enjoy!
All "the rest" is top notch. Covers of great country, rock, pop songs; gorgeous gospel tunes (like this one); beautiful original songs (new ones coming!). All performed in an innovative bluegrass style with unique and fantastic arrangements! If you sign up you won't regret for sure! 😉
wow, you made me cry. Thanks for being a light in dark times. Your music uplifts the weary hearted traveler....
WooHoo Grandbaby coming, can’t wait to see Grandma holding that lil buddy, Praise GOD
Returning home each day from radiation treatments I keep coming back to this song for strength and peace of heart. May God continue to bless you all and the ministry you provide to His glory; amen.
Using these words right now as we pray for a dear sister and friend to be raised up from her sickbed of liver cancer. Blessings to all of you for this wonderful and encouraging spiritual song!.
How much better is your day with a little bit of new Petersens?!? We miss Jullliane!
Love the sound of that banjo 🪕
Grazie per i doni che il Donatore vi ha fatto e che a vostra volta ci regalate. Grazie Signore.
Throughout the past five years I've been building a plan to relocate to Southern Missouri, where my heart really is. Much of the motivation, a side from access to a more opportunistic job market, has been a deep longing to actually meet The Petersens. I've been very keen to meet them since first discovering them in 2017. I shall be in Missouri to stay in late Spring of 2024!😊😊😊
Listening to a new arrangement of a classic hymn really adds to my understanding of the meaning behind the poetry. Thank you for that. God is great!
Bagged myself a ticket for the Sept 2023 gig, Bush Hall, London..🇬🇧.Extremely pleased. A big fan here from lockdown March 2020.... this is going to be a real treat and it saves me a flight to Branson! Cannot wait...😊
Congratulations to Julianne upon completing her studies.
This hymn was Robert E. Lee’s favorite hymn.❤
Everything you guys do is so seemingly effortless. Such raw talent and skill
Congrats on baby, college graduation, and continued good performances
With love from Russia.🤍💙❤ I love listening to your beautiful voices.
And you all just keep on blessing this old man's heart.
Congratulations Julianne !!
A feast, not only for the ear but also and foremost for the heart and the soul. And may I say how beautiful mama Karen Petersen looks in that orange dress? :)
I don’t believe in God, but I find this music incredibly beautiful… this music makes me want to try to believe. -my dog died and I became homeless, it’s been darkness. -Yet the brightest song (and the people behind it) seemingly appears with the light breaking thru. Here in South England, I have begun to learn the banjo and so I stumbled upon this. It’s really gorgeous. This song somehow reminds me of being with my dog… so thank you for that gift. I am grateful. Oh and the second melody of the fiddle is gorgeous right? -Josh
Katie is so good at this song!!!!! beautiful voice, and beautiful playing!!!!!!!!!!! please can Jules, Ellen, and Katie do "come thou fount"???? thank y'all!
And thanks for the tempo. So many turn hymns into dirges. This is great
And the sostenuto in the violin then bass just drives out of the park
Another great performance. Blessings to you all.
Beautiful.... my soul was uplifted
I attended the 2nd to last live travel show (Booth Playhouse, Charlotte, NC in August of 2022) before the exodus of our beloved Julianne. Now, it is at the end of this amazing musical tribute to our savior, that we learn of the impending return to full family strength of The Petersens... That is a prayer answered!!!
I’ll never, no never, no never forsake. ❤
anytime i watch a video of theirs i get a charge of a positive energy, particularly from songs with the lyrics like this one...Thank you good Christians!!!
That young man can flat play the dobro.
We just sang this song tonight and heard a sermon on faith and what people will remember about our personal faith. What a beautiful rendition to stir that faith.
Your family is a well of strength for so many people. God bless you Petersens.
Your Music is a way how Jesus blesses me and lightens up my life, thank you from Hamburg in Germany
I'm a fan. Such a talented and lovely family. Come tour in the Pacific Northwest! I'd love to see a full concert. Love the old-timey hymns.
She brought me to tears today.
Way to belt it out Katie! Lovely job all the way around. Your hymns always touch this ole heart.
Wonderful hymn choice, Petersens (and Emmett, of course)!
Perfect timing on the release... I just learned that Tim Keller passed away today and these words are so comforting in the face of this deep loss for the Church:
When through the deep waters I call you to go
The rivers of sorrow will not overflow
For I will be with you, your troubles to bless
And sanctify to you your deepest distress
Beautiful hymn and the music and words are peaceful yet powerful. Truth, strength and peace through Christ our firm foundation.
Such a powerful message in this day and age, even though this hymn is centuries old. There is nothing new under the sun. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever! Love yall bunches and we’ll see you next month.
WOW THANK YOU SO SO MUCH FOR THE BEAUTIFUL HYMN !!!!
She's my favorite
No, thank you for staying true to your roots. It will be so nice to have Miss Julie back with the gang. Ya'll are great.
WOW! Not at all what I was expecting. Excellent arrangement. And as worshipful as the old standard. Well done!
My sister died a couple of days ago and your song popped up. 🙏🙏🙏
Very nice and soothing hymn