Evolution of Saddleback Worship (1980-2020) - feat. Virtual Choir #5

This epic 32-song medley was commissioned by Pastor Rick Warren and Saddleback Church to help celebrate the church's 40th anniversary this year. Songs and chronology selected by Rick Warren.
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SONG LIST:
0:01 It's a Beautiful Morning (Rick Warren)
0:19 Let's Join Together (Rick Warren)
0:32 Sing About His Love (Rick Warren, Rick Muchow)
0:46 He Who Began A Good Work In You (John Mohr)
1:15 You Are My Rock (Linda Gray)
1:29 God Is The Strength Of My Heart (Eugene Greco)
1:45 He Arose (I Believe In The Resurrection) (Rick Muchow)
2:11 We Are Standing On Holy Ground (Geron Davis)
2:32 The Wonders of God (Rick Muchow)
3:06 Road to Recovery (Rick Muchow)
3:32 I Have A Hope (Jim Firth)
3:52 I Sought The Lord (Rick Warren, Rick Muchow)
4:10 Thank You Lord (Habib Bardowell)
4:33 God Is In Control (Twila Paris)
4:53 He Knows My Name (Tommy Walker)
5:19 I Will Stand With You (Debby Rettino, Ernie Rettino)
5:43 For I Know (Rich Muchow)
6:23 You Are The Way (Rick Muchow)
6:35 I Will Never Be (Geoff Bullock)
7:03 Healing Grace (Rick Muchow)
7:27 Don't Give Up (Rick Muchow)
7:40 Reach One More (Alva Copeland)
8:05 Everyday (Joel Houston)
8:18 Let The People Praise Him (Troy Kennedy)
8:34 Trust God (Rick Muchow)
8:56 PEACE All Over The World (Alva Copeland, Tony Guerrero)
9:11 I Will Not Be Shaken (Tony Guererro)
9:22 Love Endures (Jacob Sooter, Mike Kopulos,
Tyler Miller)
9:36 Your Word Is Everlasting (Jacob Sooter, Meredith Andrews,
Phil Sanchez, Temree Abajian)
9:53 Matchless (Jacob Sooter, Josh Miller,
Temree Abajian)
10:19 Always Jesus (Josh Miller, Socrates Perez
Temree Abajian)
10:40 We Must Go (Eric Kern, Haven Cody, Josh Miller,
JR Tumanuvao, Mike Kopulos)

[@rwby3408]

I’m a 13 year old and I had trouble falling asleep and well this music helped lift my spirits and made me feel relieved that God is Near and Coming

[@GoJen180FIT]

gclden_ rcsee oh sweet girl, my heart sank when I read your post. I Understand what that is like... I’m so sorry.. I am sure there is a reason you struggle to fall asleep. I’ll be praying for you..I care and you are important and more loved than you could imagine by a God who’s love fathoms me..

[@rwby3408]

GoJen 180FIT thank you so much! I really appreciate it!! God bless you😊❤️

[@LaboratorioBooleaFilipina]

I'm 13 too

[@adampetersen2415]

@@LaboratorioBooleaFilipina May God bless you, too! Praying for you also that you may grow in spirit as well as in the love for our Lord and Father who is always there for us 🙏😊

[@LaboratorioBooleaFilipina]

@@adampetersen2415 thanks!

[@blacklidgeA87]

The fact that you have a different level of beard for each part is hilarious and pretty original. Plus as a musician I'm a fan of your arrangements!

[@TruthAlwaysReigns80]

Yes! 😆 I somehow missed this one and thought I had been through all his videos.

[@Tam___]

Because they are quintuplets 🤭🤭🤭

[@jonesemerson7967]

Hi did the same way to his hair 😀

[@margarettahmindjis7202]

@@TruthAlwaysReigns80 p😅🎉❤❤❤🎉😢😮😅

[@stephenkywong]

How did I miss this… hilarious!

[@100-pourcent-Bible]

After 50 times listening these songs, at 9:53 I felt the Holy Spirit, he took control of my life, and I felt the desire to praise Lord Jesus Christ the Holy God who reigns forever. May God bless you brother David for these blessings.

[@tedsmusic5556]

Thank you for doing this! I was one of the guitar players in the orchestra at Saddleback from 1995-2000, and we played most of those songs. Brings back a lot of good memories.

[@DavidWesley]

Except for the hope of heaven, good memories are the best! I don’t think I would have been able to pull this off without visiting Saddleback and meeting the people. I hope I was able to capture some of that experience in this medley.

[@tedsmusic5556]

You really did, David.

[@Marty43936]

Hey I see the evolution of hair! LOL Just kidding! I totally enjoy your music, and look forward for more virtual choir music! You have an awesome talent that God has blessed you with!

[@Chap2960]

During this pandemic, we forget that while we're in our home, sometimes home alone, we aren't alone. He's always with us and He won't leave us.

[@lucasfigueiredo3538]

It’s so funny, yesterday night I was thinking, you know I miss David Wesley , I wonder how he’s doing, then KZbin sends me a notification, God bless you my brother, we’ll continue to pray for you and your family.

[@WaynoGur]

All new to me. I had never heard any of these songs.

[@DavidWesley]

I knew 6 or 7 before starting the project!

[@margintreno8642]

Me too😊

[@williammorris89]

At least I know "God is in Control". Hey, David, could you do a cover of that song alone?

[@brianevans4]

Same here. I knew the ones from his first evolution of worship, but never heard of these

[@jecolibri1803]

I know "Everyday!" But the rest is all new to me, too.

[@CaptMoo]

I could imagine all the old schoolers and new schoolers singing as the songs go by, Great job boss.

[@peiyianggg]

I miss the guy who holds the card in the middle haha, but you did it perfectly, keep it up!

[@allenbishop9154]

I had only heard a few of those songs before, you did an amazing job putting this together, I am sure the congregation of Saddleback will be blessed with your compilation, and most of all that God is glorified!!

[@ynnalou]

I need to learn some of these songs. And the way the beard differ in each frame is creative. 😅😅

[@NavyJonesMusicShorts]

I thought so too! Nice touch.

[@doharinipohan5292]

👍🥰❤😍🙏

[@shaynabeeksma8283]

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[@KimberleeGayle]

This brought a big smile followed by tears flowing down my heart! Each song here brought back great memories of each year of my young life as a new Christian. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for these sweet memories. Love this guy!

[@lorrainecrumley2017]

❤️🙌🙌🙌❤️Amen.. he who started the work will be faithful to complete it in you. Amen

[@estherjackson7151]

How have I never heard these songs!! Love them!! Thanks!

[@wmalden]

Rick Muchow?! I sang with him in the San Jose State Concert Choir! We both graduated with our music degrees in 1979. I’ve been a church musician in San Jose for 40 years.

[@Courage2bwell]

One More for Jesus. Alva wrote that for Pastor Rick's Father and sang it at his incredibly inspiring home going! Loved being a member of the choir durring those days! So many stories to share about how good God is!

[@greggruenwald1330]

(Chicago via/Willow Creek Community Church) - AWESOME!! Thank you, Lord. Thank you, David. And thank you, Pastor Rick Warren!

[@debianderegg7529]

I just happen to stumble across your videos last week and now I can't get enough of them. With what the world is experiencing now your music, and virtual choir, has been so uplifting to my husband and me. Your music gives hope to a fallen world. Thank you so much for what you do!!

[@NavyJonesMusicShorts]

Agreed. We need more worship music like this during these dark times. Blessings from Australia.

[@VickyRBenson]

What a labor of love to put this together! Thank you for taking the challenge and opportunity to bring glory to the Lord in song. “He Knows My Name” brings back sweet memories; it is a blessing to experience that reality. The finale of voices from 25 nations was special! Very beautiful & worshipful! (I’m glad your son is recovering.) Thanks also for providing the playlist of songs in the description.

[@beverleyarmstrong9411]

What a joy to listen to all the old Sunday School songs which have so many truths about the Lord Jesus included in them. It's a shame that the Sunday schools of today don't teach our children the same songs. I am sure that that would enjoy them as much as we do.

[@tom4bucs]

Superb harmonies and a GREAT surprise ending! Praise God! And those great cassette tapes!

[@cathaustria5241]

Glory to GOD for your voice, its awesome

[@pbilk]

I love the different level of facial hair. 🙂

[@petercampbell1287]

Should be called the evolution of hair, Joking. Great video

[@vickivanneste4583]

You look very different with facial hair! Great work...I love listening to your worship music on Sabbath.

[@laurachatfield4142]

This was great David. I shared it on Facebook to cheer everyone up during this time of so many being stuck home. Can't be down when worshipping our Lord and Savior

[@shyswitch6055]

Mr Wesley, never underestimate What you do. I often try to look for the original songs after watching your videos, and none of them ever execute them as beautifully as you do. It is just pure bliss and it hits my heart real deep😂😂. As one who isn’t on an income and can’t Patreon yet, this is all I can do. I will never be the same again, I will never return, I close the door

[@JosephFlemming]

I love “God is in control” !!

[@lorisharpe7397]

I would love to hear you do a Keith Green medley❤

[@janellestoermer5479]

I only knew a few of these songs...I noticed the Celebrate Recovery theme song (Road to Recovery)! Beautiful compilation. The songs I did recognize brought back memories.

[@BIGBUBBADIESEL]

Fantastic! Great addition to the different looks. I'm aware of some of the musical/technical challenges, but when you add having to learn so many new songs, and then you need to rework them somewhat to your format....just wow. This is excellent, you have really done a great thing. Glad to be a small part in this.

[@peacemakerjo6166]

I can't give enough. This is so well put together with love and it shows. I just love hearing a song especially worship songs sang so well warms my spirit. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@quinoasongs2507]

Thanks for the memories coming back! Beautiful medley. And I love the differences in facial hair; that added an extra entertaining measure

[@michaeljonathanscurtu9650]

Wow, God bless you brother!

[@HillsideChurchAntioch]

I've been following Saddleback's ministry for 30 years and this brought back some wonderful memories.

[@Vercippu]

you can’t fool us with the beard situation. We know it’s all you 🤣😂😅😀😃

[@macnsydsmom4835]

Loving the beard . . . . :)

[@andrescarrasco2384]

Great video and great memories. I played with Rick and Barret and Troy and Tony G. G. Vail. I was the lucky acoustic nylon guitar player always smiling. I played with Rodrigo Rodriguez and this church helped me grow in so many ways. Thank you Saddleback

[@moavesp1]

I am so blessed when I watch your videos! God bless you, David! I am typing from Brazil!

[@francescaG2024]

You have a beautiful gift from God in that voice - and your audio/video tech skills. 🙌

[@ninjaevxlilong]

Thanks to your video, I actually get to learn new worship songs that I can sing and share with my family and friends.

[@jullietowner2226]

Awsome. Just awsome! Our LORD is a awsome LORD. Thank you💗💗💗💗💗💗

[@junkousa]

This is awesome! I began singing on the worship team at Saddleback Church with Rick Muchow starting in 2006 and continued through last year. Lots of great memories!

[@DavidWesley]

Glad to be of service!

[@pamelamcmillan3059]

I’m lovin this... very well done. Thank you for all the prayers for us! You are a great blessing from GOD! Thank y’all! 🙌🏻😔💔❤️🙏🏻

[@robertnowlin9404]

One of my favorite to lead in congregational praise is "I Will Never be the Same Again."

[@missd4420]

Beautiful. Praise God, from Whom ALL blessings flow! ☝🙌🙏👍👍☺🐟 🕊 🕯 ✝❤

[@janicealcorn4291]

Truly a blessing to hear at a time such as this- David, you are such a gifted musician - what a joy and inspiration, listening to you sing these beautiful worship songs! I can't believe I have never heard any of these from Saddleback Church!! What a tribute to the Lord! May God richly bless you! Thank you for sharing the only Hope for all- Jesus Christ, our Saviour!

[@jasonmills6041]

David, you did a fantastic job with this! I was part of the music team at Saddleback from 93 - 2006 first as a volunteer then staff member. So many great memories came pouring back as I listened to your compilation. Thanks!

[@DavidWesley]

Nostalgia is my favourite gift to give!

[@andreaursinikelly5120]

The bearded one with knit cap is very handsome haha!

[@MikeV8652]

Congratulation, first, on a wonderful production, but also on getting such a notable commission, and on looking so great in a beard (the fuller the better)!

[@benevolencemwakudzambwera7592]

Thank you .Heartwarming. Its been a journey and its all worth it. Glory to the Lord God.

[@lydiamclaughlin7100]

This was fantastic! Did not disappoint! God is in control :)

[@joana1n]

Oh, I love this so much! I sang with the Saddleback gospel choir for a couple of years('99-2001) and this work brought back so many great memories.

[@AndyDelosSantos]

7:40 Reach One More by Alva Copeland. Such a beautiful song.

[@kalalijesse6526]

The beard. Don't know why but i just can't look away. Now i can. Lovely work as always

[@CringeExperience2701]

Hosanna! Music

[@raquelgomez6930]

Nice look

[@swervgotti]

I'm shuffling between mixes! Thank you! I know why I found your page! So I can play your masterful arrangement around my family and friends! Happy Home, Happy Community, Happy World Manna Crumbs at its finest! Peace like a river Brother😇

[@Cloudydreamsofyugi]

Thank you so much for this. I grew up worshiping in Spanish and many of these songs are new to me. Some of these songs I have heard in my English Church in Moncton, New Brunswick Canada. My husband and I have two different native tongues, united by the love of Chirst and our second language in the English.

[@yliu104]

From the hair and beard, I can tell it really takes a long time to complete. 😂， great work!

[@cosondracrawford1438]

Nice video. Never heard of most of the songs.

[@wasupdoc1738]

I thoroughly enjoyed the multilayered harmony singing and the seamless transition in this awesome medley of Saddleback singing. God bless you and thank you for sharing your talent.

[@zolimak927]

I have heard a few of these songs. Soooooo beautiful 😢

[@IcyBluAngel]

I'm new to the channel, but I'd love to hear the whole song of "he knows my name" that's been one of my faves since I was a kid. No doubt always makes me cry tho, haha. Now I wish I had pursued music when I was younger bc watching these make me miss it. Haha

[@sherdudz7559]

Wow wow i love it .what a lovely voice.Keep singing for the Lord .Blessed love.

[@williammorris89]

I only recognized your face in the gray-shirted guy. Great distinction!

[@joeltiefel1952]

Very gifted young man. Great harmony and great selection of songs of praise to our God.

[@Courage2bwell]

This is fantastic, I am crying at Faithful to complete it...loved singing these with so many of our Gospel choir back in the day under Rick's and Stan's direction! So many memories!!! Amazing memoríes!

[@lindagray2195]

Hi David! i just subscribed to your channel and while listening through some of your videos, I heard my song.....YOU ARE MY ROCK> I wrote it in 1988. Those were wonderful days, as the church was just starting...meeting in school auditoriums. I can attest, by the way, that Rick Warren is the real deal. Blessings and success to you on your virtual projects!! Thanks again to Rick for selecting my song in the mix. Linda Gray

[@DavidWesley]

I hoped you would hear this!

[@AslanAtreyu]

Great job brother! I would love to hear the whole sonsg sung by the virtual choir at the end. Makes me imagine of the multitude of our brothers and sisters worshipping in heaven.

[@GrandmasGoneGamingLW]

I knew six of the songs in the medley, and I love all of them! What a beautiful job you did, David. I'll be listening to this a lot. Thank you!

[@DavidWesley]

That’s about as many as I knew before starting the project!

[@misssharon7031]

Awww beautiful i love this medley. God bless you all

[@keithwilliamson8428]

Wow, WoW, WOW! Wonder medley. What a surprise treat at the end! God bless your efforts.

[@JesusLovesBest]

This is very uplifting! Great memories! Thanks!

[@DavidWesley]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the $tip$

[@afriandoyobelsonphilliantp1331]

Really good choice of worship songs. Thanks and hope you do more of this evolution worships songs. God bless all of us!!

[@margintreno8642]

Wow I Love it,🙏🙏🙏😊😊😊❤❤👍

[@jimmykawalek9194]

Lots of Rick Muchow / Rick Warren collaborations there

[@JesusLovesBest]

Finding your channel has been the best treat in hard couple of years! Thanks Brother. I love your versatility and these hymns clearly lift Jesus up. Every song! Well done!

[@kelleyflores4598]

Some of my favorite memories as part of a worship team was attending worship conferences at Saddleback Church. We were so blessed to worship there with hundred of other leaders. Amazing.

[@JulieAnnStone]

David this was wonderful. I enjoyed it very much.

[@teresagarcia3495]

What?! How do you do it? I’m not big on choir music unless at church (started listening because of the huge compilation of people video) but you are bringing church in my home and I’m so grateful for you

[@DavidWesley]

It would take more than a KZbin comment to explain!

[@joaniecarothers9352]

What fun memories! I was in a church that sang many of these Saddleback originals. Love your videos!

[@eyramy]

It's so soothing to listen to...God bless you.

[@kelseychouinard8450]

Beautiful medley! This is a piece I now will put on loop! Thank you for this song!

[@taraevans5759]

That is Fantastic! Pastor Tara

[@volkswagen_mk3188]

That's very nice 👌 thank you

[@Anita270182]

Praise God, very beautiful...

[@matheusmoura1337]

I love this kind of video (evolutions of worships )

[@NavyJonesMusicShorts]

Me too. They're really interesting, but I can imagine they'd take so long to do.

[@musiclover7004]

This is a beautiful medley of songs. Great work

[@namtrah13]

I so thoroughly enjoyed listening to the Evolution of Worship Music. You have a wonderful voice. I feel like our old hymns are being lost & was glad to hear some of them again. How about cutting some of these songs & selling them on iTunes. I’d buy them!

[@DavidWesley]

That would be quite an investment in time. Unfortunately, it’s difficulty to make back the money I have to pay in licensing and distribution costs.:(

[@deborahlivingston9834]

That's awesome!

[@Nick-wn1xw]

Always a blessing. Thank you.

[@GlitterME]

You always put together beautiful medleys. I always look forward to the next one.

[@ferzinhaN]

He never disappoints🙌💜

[@nohemibarrios9220]

It’s great! I’d love to see each year though

[@DavidWesley]

I didn’t pick the songs - the progression by year is a bit clumpy and uneven.

[@johnlargan6045]

David, this is awesome! Love the different beard growth in different shots. 😀

[@SteveRead13]

Wow! Great work David! All songs new to me. A taste of heaven. Thank you.

[@dianajohnson7854]

Thank you. You're music brings encouragement and comfort.

[@A.RandomLattin]

This is AMAZING! What fun. And I love the songs.