Bishop Walter Hawkins - Part 1 - LAST PUBLIC PERFORMANCE - "Marvelous"

*Rest In Peace, Bishop Walter Hawkins* Bishop Walter Hawkins ministers with "Marvelous," one of his best-known songs, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC on April 24, 2010. This concert was a part of the "Joyful Sounds: Gospel Across America" celebration hosted by the Kennedy Center and organized by Rev. Nolan Williams.
Bishop Hawkins is backed by one of his best friends, Richard Smallwood. He opens up the selection with a personal testimony about how he'd been battling Pancreatic Cancer for the past 2 years, and how his love for God never wavered.
The second half of the concert was devoted solely to the music ministry of Bishop Hawkins. The National Symphony Orchestra and choir are conducted by Stanley Thurston.
Bishop Hawkins passed away on the evening of July 11, 2010, and THIS video was from his last public performance. This is truly HISTORY!

[@msscott73]

his health may have declined but his anointing, gift, talent, and skill seem to have just been magnified.

[@mookbear2001]

THE MAN WAS DYING, YET SINGING PRAISE 2 GOD!!!..WHAT A WAY 2 GO!!!..TALK ABOUT A GOSPEL MUZIK BEAST!!!

[@PennTrafford]

My goodness, he kept that "Marvelous" voice right up to the end, right through such a devastating illness. Remarkable.

[@arta1963]

This clip clearly demonstrates what you are capable of doing with Christ at the center of your being. If you close your eyes and listen, you hear victory.

[@allhope8]

Out of all the songs Bishop Hawkins has song this one he chose to sing is my husband's favorite one ( Marvelous ) As always he had tears falling from his eyes; although, my husband is not converted at this time, but I'm praying for him to be. The Bishop song with much anointing with the God given strength he had before hand and toward the end. He will be deeply missed. REST IN PEACE great man of God, for truly we consider you a champion for the Lord. Glory be to the most high God of all creation

[@danalb63]

GOD....he still had that voice even when he was so fraile....he could sing with a passion that only a love for Christ can bring!! I weep that I never had the pleasure of meeting this awesome man.

[@42vernonbates]

The best gospel music writer of the century! A catalog of great music!

[@PrazHymn83]

THANK YOU ALL SOOOOOO MUCH FOR YOUR KIND WORDS ABOUT BISHOP WALTER HAWKINS!! PLEASE KEEP THIS COMING. I DON'T PLAN TO TAKE THESE VIDEOS DOWN UNLESS I'M FORCED TO. I'D LOVE FOR THE ENTIRE HAWKINS FAMILY TO SEE YOUR KIND WORDS, SO THAT THEY MIGHT KNOW JUST HOW MUCH HE WAS LOVED! AGAIN, KEEP THE COMMENTS COMING!!! LOVE TO EVERYONE OUT THERE!! GOD BLESS!!

[@mslittlegalpaps]

. My father was diagnosed with prostrate cancer. 20yrs ago, when it was diagnosed it was in stage 4, he's alive today, he's outlived all of his friends and family members that had the same disease. God is able. Deacon Hosea Robinson lives!!!!!!!! Will pray for you iwannapreach.

[@KevinMoore225]

Well, this one made me a little teary-eyed, but I was so encouraged because Bishop Hawkins was still giving GOD praise for life, in spite of all he had been through. What a powerful testimony and what an anointed man of GOD!!! Thank you so much for posting this clip!

[@hinlon05]

The National Symphony Orchestra are one of the best orchestras in the universe and Bishop Walter Hawkins is the best!

[@myshelle2002]

RIP Mr. Walter Hawkins. You left behind a powerful legacy in song. We sang "Thank You" today in tribute.

[@MosTalent]

Rest in peace Bishop! The heavenly choir knows your name.... I just wanna say thank you. Thank you for your ministry, your music, and the legacy of praise you left us for our worship in the years to come.... Minister Richard Smallwood and Elder Dennis of Greater Mt. Calvary sang with so much power....I am moved.... God bless you Bishop....now sit at his feet and be blessed....

[@briandonald]

Bishop Hawkins is missed already. This song is a masterpiece and no doubt was given to him by God. God called one of the greatest of the greats home. I know he's at the feet of Jesus.

[@CagedbirdFree]

Thank you for posting. Walter Hawkins was a musical genius.Yet, he used it to reach broken hearts. I am sadden to hear of his passing. Walter Hawkins' music revealed an UNCONDITIONAL LOVE which he shared with MANKIND. His music comforted, reassured and lifted my heart. Thank God his music will live for generations. Thank you to his family for sharing Walter Hawkins with the world. May God comfort you through this time.

[@KatriceRenee]

I miss my uncle walter so much ;( his smile and his wonderful cooking :)

[@LRMcCainAtl]

Over the course of these 10 years, so much good came out of so much bad. I couldn't imagine a badly broken ankle that ended my job, put my household in a financial crisis, caused me all types of unspeakable physical pain & multiple surgeries. How could this be as it should be. But, time HAS revealed that truly ALL things work together. Thank you BISHOP for receiving the WORDS of the LORD and sharing them with me for my PEACE. Thank you for using all of your gifts for HIS PURPOSE. THANK YOU!

[@TheSpanky519]

I had the pleasure and privilidge of being a part of this great endevor. As one of the choir members of Men and Women of the Gospel, an the Joyful Sounds choir directed by Stanley Thurston, and Nolan Williams, you cannot imagine how it made you feel standing in the midst of Greatness. May GOD forever bless the Hawkins family, RIP Bishop Hawkins, for you have done MARVLELOUS THINGS!!!!!!!!

[@blessedbeliever623]

R.I.P. Bishop Walter Hawkins! Your music will live on forever! Praying that God will comfort the Hawkins family.

[@Gemsong619]

I was also there for this salute to Bishop Walter Hawkins!! I had always been a great fan of the entire Hawkins Family, but this song, on this night re-claimed my heart and I was transformed. Thank you Bishop Hawkins. May your sleep be restful. You work was not in vain!

[@RITAC1310]

A Soldier Has Gone To The Army Of The Lord To Rest In Peace.

[@AngelaCelesteMay]

I just wanted to say to you who posted this priceless video...THANK YOU!!

[@jnet7]

Thank you, Jesus for using Bishop Hawkins. I can't even say how much his music played a role in my life in AND out of church. 'What a Marvelous thing, You've done!'

[@LRMcCainAtl]

Then, I destroyed my ankle. Hospitalized, not allowed to travel, not able to drive or do anything, much, for myself. My mom came to Cali to assist my return to the east coast. The last and one of the only going out requests that she honored was to take me to church before we left. Bishop prayed for me. But, it is the prayer that still stands out in my mind. He prayed that I have a PEACE that all things were just as they should be according to the WILL of GOD. How peculiar, I remember thinking.

[@TheLustyvh1]

I love this song!

[@tyfrei]

Absolutely beautiful. He is a legend.

[@MzNayNay2U]

The ONE and ONLY...Bishiop W. Hawkins. R.I.P. Such a blessing to the entire WORLD. Rest on...

[@Dinero80]

Mannnn Bishop Hawkins was one of my very favorite gospel artists! We miss him! R.I.P.!!!

[@wyarrell]

Great man and one of the greatest song writers of all time. He was in good spirits till the end. His sickness could not take away that voice.

[@PrincessLaShan]

My favorite Bishop Walter Hawkins....wonderful story. Still gone too soon.

[@PatiMayo]

He praised him to the end. Bless the memory of Bishop Hawkins.

[@sherbug214]

Bless his heart. What a God given gift he had. I hope he is conducting a heavenly choir for the enjoyment of God our Father. RIP

[@grlevert]

Amazing talent, amazing life. Thank You Lord for sharing Walter Hawkins with us. Singing with fervor til the end. Hallelujah!

[@evangelistL]

Even in his final performance, Walter Hawkins can sing. What an amazing voice, and talent.

[@PrazHymn83]

@karetow Unfortunately, the entire event wasn't recorded. I thank God I was able to get THIS much. I'll always cherish it!!

[@ReddzVoice]

AWESOME! Nothing could stop the richness and power of that voice. I'm grateful to say that I've lived to experience such an awesome gift and display of musical genius. Rest in peace, BISHOP HAWKINS! Peace and love...

[@RITAC1310]

Walter Is Singing With The Lord, Love You Walter God Bless him.

[@MZSIPPI78]

Still praising God in the midst of it all !

[@RichSticksGaming]

So glad to view this and see/hear his faith. A man that kept his faith in his Maker until the finish. Yes, it is how we finish the race. As painful as it is to me now, Bishop Walter Hawkings has spanned many generation with his "Marvelous" gift. And, God it is well with my soul, another angel to join the band in the heavenly choir.

[@newjeruballyer]

This is stunning, magnificent, aweseome, incredible, indescribable, astounding, fantastic and most of all . . .a blessing! TGBTG!!! We will miss you Bishop, but by faith we will see you again in the rapture!!!

[@ulandasanders1863]

Still being blessed and encouraged by the late Walter Hawkins!

[@awomanseekinggod]

I love his music so much and every time I see a video or play some of his songs, my spirit is filled with prays...This song really means a lot 2 me because when I was prego with my daughter, the doctor's told me that she wasn't going to make it but I told the doctor's God has my life and my daughter's life in his hands and he can do all things...I put my faith in the Lord...and she is 9 years old now...living....tell me my God can't! He Can!!! This song played while I gave birth to her

[@lullasmama]

I LOVE YOU WALTER YOU ARE GREATLY MISSED THANK YOU FOR ALL THE MARVELOUS SONGS RIP

[@tpear007]

This song touches my heart everytime I hear it. R.I.P. Bishop Hawkins

[@malealto11]

MAY HE REST IN PEACE..... HE WAS A GREAT SINGER, N HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN OF GOD

[@TheTperks]

Walter Hawkins lyrics always seem to express my heart for God!!!

[@upwardlynubian1]

Never knew this man personally, never saw him in concert, never saw him in person, but I have loved him since I was in 8th grade singing "Be Grateful" in the Merrill Avenue Baptist Youth Church choir. And I miss him!

[@alanhudson2999]

Bishop u did that with grace and dignity..RIP Bishop Walter Hawkins

[@ConnieBragg]

I thank God for the life of Bishop Walter Hawkins. His music was a blessing to me and so many more. My prayers are with the family. God bless you.

[@preacherfemale]

Anointed to the end!!!!! I loved this man and his family for all the wonderful years of excellent ministry through song. OMG you all changed the world with your gift of music and praise. I am not from the west coast but I love you all and my prayers are with you all,and and please keep the ministry of Love Center Alive.

[@dimples40160]

This video always brings Tears to my eyes every time I watch it. To see and hear Bishop’s Strength and Courage, is such a Blessing, I tell ya, and it seems the Orchestra Conductor is wiping Tears and (sweat) right along with us,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@mrclean1957]

We love you Bishop Hawkins. May you rest in peace. God bless the Hawkins family and keep them.

[@Tia20735]

I thank God for the life of Bishop Walter Hawkins! His recordings have sung me through alot of things and situations on the other side BUT now I can give God the glory for 20 years and counting - on this side! Father I pray that You would comfort and console the Hawkins family during this bitter-sweet time; in Jesus Name, AMEN!

[@ekphill1]

Bishop Hawkins touched my life even though I never met him. He will be truly missed. God gave us a Marvelous gift in him. Thank yo for the time lord you are truly a wonderous god.

[@yeshua1221]

We so miss the life and anointing of Walter Hawkins. He was anointed to the very end.

[@mshelgap]

I see this Bishop has affected all of us in the same way....I sit here at work and watch this video over and over again and cry like he was my bestest friend. Bishop Hawkins was truly a heaven sent.

[@l154479reserve]

Looked for this in April, when it took place. Thank you so much for posting it. My daughter was there, and was amazed how strong his voice was while he looked so frail. God is all powerful.

[@Madmom2fly]

Thank you Bishop Hawkins for all your inspiring songs. They were instrumental in raising up my bow-downed head. I will be looking for you when we stand before the throne of our Lord and Saviour in peace.

[@Atylea1]

What a powerful song and delivery. Thank You for sharing. Hallelujah!

[@LRMcCainAtl]

In memory of my west coast Bishop, to his family, his spiritual family, the ministerial staff, and beloved friends. God bless you Bishop. ibroke my ankle 10 years ago in San Fran while working out there. i had found and attended Bishop's services - each Saturday night, I'd rent a car to go to church on Sunday and immediately return the car afterwards. I'm sure my client didn't know what to make of THAT business expense. But, hey, my God comes first and all other things fall in behind HIM!

[@TheMICHELL54]

Such an inspiration of how to worship during the storm. What a wonderful time Heaven is having with Bishop Hawkins and others who have gone on to be with Jesus. When we all get to Heaven what a time it will be. I grew up singing songs from the Hawkins family. I will never forget the joy we had in praising God with such anointed lyrics and music. Many will be encouraged by viewing this video. Thanks for sharing.

[@hazelcherry05]

We thank God for his life an legacy! This shows the anointing and skill that God allotted him cause he was saaanging like this even while sick!!!

[@enolahs]

This video is such a blessing. You can tell he's singing from the depth of his heart and his soul. My goodness, GOD is so good. Such an awesome worship song. Thank you for posting this video. It will bless and encourage many of lives

[@jenniferalford-walters5609]

PRAISE GOD.REST ON SIR!!! GOD SAW SOMETHING IN ,ME WORTH SAVING....I CANT HELP BUT PARISE HIM..GLORYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY

[@MzPumpkin66]

The last performance of the Legend Bishop Walter Hawkins.

[@eflat1968]

Hello from Oakland,CA , Yes I was sad about our lost I was able to see him in June 2010 & have a talk with him had him lol ! May he RIP ! The World Love him He is a man of God !!!!!!

[@bon1225]

Simply "Marvellous", as I sit here with tears streaming down my face. My previous choir director formed a singing group with us, the "Gospelaires" back in the 80's, and we sang I'm sure every song that Walter Hawkins wrote. My heart ached when he made his transition.

[@VideobyTrish]

....You gave that I might be set free!!! Exchanged your life for mine!!!

[@MrsRhenderson]

Wow that's awesome even to the very end still giving God the glory for his life. What a great example for us today. That'w how we live,move, and have our being instead of complaining just give God praise b/c it could be a lot worse. RIP Bishop Hawkins. (I want to say thank you Lord for all you've done for me). My favorite song.......

[@dgillins1]

Thank you for posting this great peace of gospel history. Knowing how sick Bishop Hawkins was ill , and still was able to perform at that excellent level he is known for, makes tears come to my eyes and soul, for I know GOD annointing this man for the work he has done. I know he is at the foot of our LORD GOD and Savoir worshiping and, we hope, helping new souls come to this world with the same great anointing for music he had. He will be very much missed. Thank you for posting this.

[@westayfly231]

Walter Hawkins is just proff positive that GOD gives gifts to men. His talent was extrodinarty to say the least. Enjoy Glory Bishop, see you later.

[@ritamille1]

My deepest sympathy goes to the Hawkins Family....... Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints Ps. 116:15 Jesus is the resurrection and the life and he that believeth in him though he were dead, yet shall he live. So let not your heart be troubled. "Marvelous" was one of my most favorite songs,for it always spoke to my heart and ministerd to me. R.I.P. Bishop until that Great getting up morning., when we meet him in the air.

[@TheNishamiche]

This is really a blessing and it courages me....to know he was dying but there was still a MARVELOUS PRAISE on the inside. Take your rest Bishop...Job Well Done...

[@kisharp96]

Tears streaming!!

[@teeteebam]

LORD HAVE MERCY

[@helenjackson2206]

RIP Bishop Walter Hawkins

[@Granny37115]

I can truly say that Bishop Hawkins was and forever will be one of my Favorites. RIP BISHOP!! There can never be another Leading the heavenly Choir with all the other greats James Cleveland, Albertina Walker, John McBride and many others. Sing on Children!!

[@philsmusicco]

Thank you for this video. What an inspiration he is to me. The annointing on his voice is incredible.

[@bigdd09]

praise him bishop!

[@sandiduplessis1215]

Walterhawkins stellar

[@RedIzFatal415]

this is so hard to watch, he will truly be missed! RIP Bishop Walter Hawkins

[@songbird2cr]

I have always been a fan of the Hawkins Family. He placed his all on the altar during this performance. What a blessing to me it was. Thank you for sharing.

[@ReverendHarper]

Beautifully done😢

[@kevwin1]

bless you Bishop Hawkins!!!!! your music lives on...... our minister of music sung this yesterday.....this is my favorite

[@1919Denise]

Beautiful ....

[@Atylea1]

Simply ....... Marvelous. Through it all he is still singing GOD'S Praises. What a beautiful voice.

[@brentduanefoster]

What an amazing arrangement!! I love and will miss my Bishop.

[@RITAC1310]

love Walter Hawkins grew up with his music i miss him a lot . May God Bless his Family ,His music is great ,and we can still listen to it . I love that song Marvelous and his music is Marvelous, He will alway be in our hearts.

[@glenn8578]

What a soldier, what a performance! I absolutely love Walter Hawkins and the Love Center Choir. My favorite song is I'm Goin' Away but there are so many Masterpieces; Change, Thank You Lord, Be Grateful, The Just Shall Live By Faith, Follow Me, Going Up Yonder and on and on. Love Alive I, II, and III ministered to me 30 years ago and to this very day those songs are my favorites! St. Louis is thanking God for the blessings that you have rendered by ministering in song. Alexis G.

[@ebegreg100]

I am so very thankful to had have the God given opportunity to actually meet and talk to this phenominal vessel of God. I along with some of my choir members have opened up for him in Detroit a few times, in addition to backing him up in concert in Detroit and even having the chance to sing Marvelous with him. There will never be another Walter Hawkins, he was one of a kind! Thank you Lord for blessing me!

[@vikingbaby100]

R.I.P. Bishop Hawkins. You will truly be missed.

[@marcy512]

Thanks so much for sharing this video. I grew up on ths Hawkins. What a great singer, so anointed, so graceful in the mist of his sickness. Thank God for the assurance of no more pain, no suffering, no crying. Blessed assurance. To be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord. Amen

[@godivor]

what a great Blessing to Humanity' Bishop Walter Hawkins was. r i p

[@MonicaBohlen]

What a Legacy!!! He and This Whole family Inspired me So much! Well Done...:-)

[@Mjpawmi]

I'm watching this and it's so hard......

[@MrPrayzor06]

Amazing! This shows me as I am doing my morning meditation that God is all we need, no matter what our state. God has ALL power to give us what we need and that POWER is enough -no matter what! Praise God! I hope this video is never removed. Singers, praisers, musicians, and all believers can see in this video that God can and will give us grace to minister through ANYTHING - hurts, disappointments, our stuff and yes even physical illness. PRAISE GOD!

[@Debbers1978]

Hallelujah!

[@beewit2es1]

sing bishop!!!!

[@1pinkladee]

Well Done...Rest in Peace

[@mookbear2001]

WHAT A WAY 2 GO!!!..STILL SINGING & PRAIZIN GOD!!!..4 THE MARVELOUS THNGZ HEZ DUN!!!!!...THIZ MAN WZ A GOSPEL MUZIK BEAST!