Petra | 50th Anniversary Medley

Petra stopped by the CCM Cafe and gave us this special acoustic medley of songs over their 50 year career! The guys are currently touring on their 50th anniversary reunion tour.

[@Camino840]

Without question or dispute, the best Christian rock band ever..

[@Vpy2023]

‘No Doubt’ was one of those songs that spoke to me directly through my very tough years and helped me !! Thank God artists like Petra existed at the time !!!!

[@robertolguin9702]

The pioneers of Christian Rock

[@thebarbecutioner6977]

The best band of all time, Christian or secular. Spectacular musicianship, and UNCOMPROMISING lyrics. God is glorified.

[@ElijahDovgy]

Wow! The Legend! God bless PETRA for these 50 years of faithful ministry and good rock music!

[@Clock_70]

AMEN

[@claudiakoprinock1501]

I agree with you! I’m glad to see they are naturally aging like we all are. Tired of seeing singers trying to be 25 yrs again.

[@lovel3070]

AMEN

[@brianlathe]

I still remember well, a day 36 years ago when I first heard John Schlitt's voice on "Back To The Streets".

[@MrCalidan69]

Beautiful..... especially for John hitting those notes after 60 years of singing is a true testimony to the power of His vocal chords

[@mlincoln1]

no doubt, blessed by the Lord for spreading His word

[@camilovillanuevajr9828]

Takes me back to my days I first committed my life to Jesus. Such a blessing to hear these songs.

[@julioromero238]

John's voice is still fantastic. This band's music is legendary. These are great, First Love, Homeless Few, No Doubt, Love, and Prayer, and Hand on my Heart were always some of my favorites.

[@lolasimmons9152]

Wow. I never grew up as a Christian so I had no idea of who Petra is. I found their channel just recently and I wish I had found them in my twenties. I am now 55 years old, but I am a child of God. Praise Him for His mercy and grace.

[@kytom89]

53 yr old who grew up listening to you guys. What a blessing and thanks for your hard work. Best memory is my best friend and I camping out several summers in the backyard and listening to the More Power to Ya and Not of this World so much we wore out the tapes. Early 80's was special partly because of this band.

[@brianohren2672]

I am 61 and still love to listen to them.

[@mikosoft]

It's always interesting to hear John sing Greg's songs. But probably the best version of this medley is from the Farewell tour where there were actually both John and Greg and traded vocals on respective songs. That was actually a very powerful moment having both main voices of Petra singing together.

[@Ephisus]

I saw John do it is finished live and I wish I could hear it again.

[@MrFrankqu58]

I love when you say it's always interesting to hear John sing Greg's songs. While in matter of Bob Hartman wrote 95% of the songs.

[@mikosoft]

@@MrFrankqu58 I think you understood "John's songs" mean "songs that John sang"

[@ronsage452]

Brought back so many great memories. So glad I got to see them in concert more times then I can count, in the 80's.

[@John-rw2zf]

Thank you PETRA to all of you and to everyone who ever had a part in making PETRA possible. Your music has been a guiding light to my soul for my entire adult life. There is not a single song of yours that I am not familiar with and I still listen to them daily. I never get tired of listening to them. God really did anoint you guys to play his music and for that we were all blessed. Being in the same age group as most of you, I count myself so fortunate to have experienced the entire lifespan of the original band called PETRA. I do, however, firmly believe that the music produced by PETRA will carry on long after all of us are gone. I have No Doubt about that. God Bless PETRA and long live their music. Praise The Lord.

[@mariaroseli4946]

Que lindas palavras . Deus nos tem dado muitos previlegios . um deles foi ter conhecido a adoracao da banda Petra .

[@Every-knee-will-bow]

This was a HUGE part of my youth experience and so thankful for these guys! The music touched a generation and my 4 sons got to experience it all as well! The best part is no matter what age you are , one day we will be all together in glory and singing to the one who more then deserves the glory!! Love you guys and THANK YOU!

[@kahkola]

I would 100% buy a "Petra Instrumental" album!! I miss these guys.

[@jacquimoolman8021]

Hello Petra. You will never know the impact you and Petra have had in my life, and still do. Wanna tell you that i cannot wait to see you all in heaven. Until then, keep rolling boys. 🤩😍😍🤩🛐🙋🏼‍♀️🙌 and rocking 🤣🤣🤣🙋🏼‍♀️🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@justgideon]

Greatest love and respect for Petra. Christian music biggest legends!

[@RockU2Death5150]

And now I'm crying again. I am enduring dramatic life changes and having a difficult time. Every day is a struggle, each moment is a battle to keep from crying. Thank you for giving me some tears of comfort. The music of Petra, carrying the message of God's love in Jesus Christ, has brought me through awful moments. Congratulations on fifty years! God bless you all.

[@samg9902]

Wow, his voice is the same ❤ I am remembrring my youth 😢

[@thebarbecutioner6977]

Back in the late 70's Petra inspired me to have a music ministry. Rob is the genius behind Petra. He never compromised. Phil 1:3

[@poopdotzilla6192]

Rob or Bob? Bob Hartman is the guitarist/composer of much of the music. Rob Frazier left the group in the 70's.

[@TheCanadianBoarder]

Petra!!! I'm still listening after 30+ years

[@shilohsong6034]

I love Petra!!!! I still have at least 3 vinyl records from the past. TIMELESS

[@peterjewell9284]

I have a number of cassettes.

[@tratzz919]

We need the words and the music of Petra more than ever before. Always my go to band to hear the strong gospel message

[@AnneRundmo-xp2dh]

Absolutely! Those are wisdom from God in melodies

[@loispalmer7551]

Petra has shown the love of God to me for over 40years, Beyond Belief on cassette was my first taste

[@jaysweningson8270]

Rose Color Stained Glass Windows…EPIC!!!

[@trevor-johnsen]

THEE perfect song

[@user-mn8hb9gu7u]

Thank you for keeping Petra alive all these years!!!!!!!!

[@jasonpdsi]

John singing Greg's vocals on the original songs is amazing

[@brendad.c114]

God preserved his voice . Still sounding so good .

[@groovewithpassiondrumlesso2348]

It is so Awesome to see Petra performing again. I play drums for a Christian rock band. These guys were playing Christian rock when preachers and pastors were saying you can’t use rock with Christian lyrics. Well they have reached thousands of people that no one else could. God bless these guys!!!

[@da3267]

Legendary praise band forever be in Christ ❤

[@cesara.h.5158]

It's so good to hear them singing, playing and praising again!

[@user-cz6yf3pg7r]

The show at Beechwood Church in Holland, Michigan was a tear jerker and a screamer too! We absolutely loved it and it was a positive time in the midst of many storms. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Ruth-xd2xo]

When I was younger (much younger) this was just really cool music. Now that I have a few more years and miles on my life, it means much much more. Praise Jesus, they're still singing.

[@zazoaraujo2916]

I'm from Brazil and I used to listen to this band quite a lot here in my country. Thank you, guys, for your song.

[@giovannicastillo8469]

Los mejores de la historia, Dios, gracias por levantar a Petra y hacerlos prevalecer hasta el día de Hoy, que tu mano sea sobre ellos y sus familias!!!

[@Looshbaby]

Love those songs of my youth

[@learn1ngchannel]

"We are a part of Petra." ... Beautifully worded introduction, John. Well done.

[@troyconley727]

Thanks for all the yrs of great music petra. Been a fan since 1982.

[@claudiakoprinock1501]

Wow! It’s 2024 now I’m seeing this. I love Petra. I saw you live in Colorado right after your voice surgery. You drank coke before every session and you are still singing! Love you! Been a fan forever!

[@user-ih3dc7ef6t]

한국 서울에서. 교회 사역하는 목사에요. 제가 학생때부터. Petra 넘 좋아했어요. 그래서. 드럼을 전공하게 되고. Ccm 활동하고 있어요. 존 슐리트 밥하트만목사님 좋아해요. 기도합니다

[@prashantthapa8561]

Petra for His glory. My whole family is a big fan.

[@rogeriokaminsky6728]

Congretulation for your 50th years, this ministery. God bless everybody.

[@nataliemorton5568]

I loved these mellow songs. I embrace all of the peace they brought to me tonight. Thank You guys!

[@GtrDSC]

Love me some Petra!!! Been a fan since the late 70s. 8^)

[@Jessie20032]

Heard Petra as a very young girl but just re discovering them now as a older woman in my 40’s , such a awesome band 😁

[@ilpretterossorocks]

I can’t believe I just met the band as they toured Canada (Winnipeg). May God bless them and protect them as they continue to spread the message of salvation

[@HighwayLand]

FIRST OF ALL how awesome it is to see Greg Bailey on chello! He has been with Petra for the last 20 years! I will see Petra in Oklahoma on Sunday, Petra concert number 5 for me (97,98,01,05).

[@rispahnongshli9906]

Wow Petra..glad to see you..all.love from shillong india...

[@SashaHaidai]

Сльози на очах. 50 років історіх видатного християнського гурту на якому я виховувався, через який розвивався мій музичний смак. Дякую!

[@kokymiron4967]

Id like that Music I remember my past days God bless you from El Salvador 🇸🇻 Central America

[@seasterl]

Petra was my first cross-over band when I moved from secular to Christian rock. Thanks, John! Well done!

[@jerilynbigley4087]

Such a blessing to come across this tonight! Beautiful walk down memory lane. To God be the glory! Thank you for the music, the message and the memories, Petra!❤️

[@lukasjacobi627]

John's voice is also amazing if he sings very deep.

[@gruberpg]

Beautiful annointed music! John still has powerful voice.

[@user-bt7ck8bc1i]

50 years Rockin' on with Jesus!!

[@brittosanthosh4145]

Whatta blessing! Those songs are alive and still speaking the gospel of Jesus Christ gracefully!

[@jonatasmendonca2079]

Following Petra from Brazil since the early 90ths... Blessings reached from The Most High by listening to such anointed music!! God Bless John, Bob, Greg and all the crew!!

[@trevor-johnsen]

God bless Greg Bailey for always being "johnny on the spot" when Petra calls

[@DosBlade]

Just praise GOD glory to Jesus.. was just posting on a forum "Somebody's Gonna Praise His name"

[@robnowe5464]

Thank you Petra... your music has has had a wonderful impact on so many of our lives ... drawing us nearer to Jesus.

[@klont9639]

Such an epic band, they are now one of my kids fave bands. TIMELESS CHRISTIAN ROCK!

[@shanemoreland]

Is that Bob Hartman on guitar?

[@cesara.h.5158]

Yes! He's in great shape!

[@KingdomFTX]

Yes wow! He lost so much weight. Good for him!

[@fabriciocirelli9744]

God bless PETRA !!

[@arnaldopaternina6986]

50 años y la voz intacta, la gracia de Dios sobre ellos 🙏🙏

[@curtwatts608]

Bob Hartman is one of my guitar heroes. Saw them live with Greg X in the 80's. Fabulous concert with an amazing message. Love all albums but nowadays I listen mostly to Jekyll and Hyde. God Bless this band, this ministry! Enter In is one of my all time favorite songs.

[@jbetnar]

Jekyll and Hyde really rocks hard. I couldn't believe it when I discovered it after the pop alt rock sound Petra finished the 90s with.

[@carlosjaramillo493]

Truly my all time favorite band ❤... every song is a Bible study !!! THANK YOU PETRA for staying true to the Lord and in your lyrics !!! Happy 50th !!!!

[@davevandebunte2949]

I don't care if it came out in the 1980s, I still listen to Beyond Belief...Absolutely amazing album.

[@jbetnar]

1991 I believe

[@kesoneiliekhro5374]

1990​@@jbetnar

[@Gantorarto]

I thank the Lord for you guys from the bottom of my heart... such an impact in my life

[@kotzensue]

❤ PETRA!!! ❤

[@robbuckhouse467]

Legends. Simply legends.

[@danielitun]

Gracias Petra... por influir en mi vida y enseñarme a amar el verdadero Rock y afianzar mi Fe en Cristo... para Siempre! ❤

[@samuelherman4859]

❤ Rock for the ROCK

[@compassionatevirtuosity]

God bless you guys 🙌 Amazing performance 👏

[@marioandresabrilavila1373]

Definitivamente Petra es una banda excepcional, que grandiosos músicos

[@WansyrpaiShadap]

God blessed you 🙏🙏 Petra in your old ages and be blessed forever 🙏🙏👍❣️

[@pacojavier7]

Memories of when I was a new inmigrantes in BC Canada in late 80s I heard Petra in English and Spanish. One of my favourite is My first love and the colouring song

[@HardyGirl66]

Still have my "More Power To Ya" cassette from the 80s! Love ya!

[@brentbaier]

Beautiful. Petra, your music truly changed my life.

[@garyleuba3036]

Thank you Petra! A fan since 1984!

[@marcosdobiscuit1857]

PETRA sempre será minha banda favorita...

[@marksmusings670]

Yes! Glad to see my favorite band continue on!

[@juniorbarcelos4754]

Agradeço por Petra existir , encontrei a Cristo ouvindo suas lindas canções, fato que me fez nunca desistir da vida !!!! Gratidão

[@rolandofebus6663]

50 years increible music ,Powerful

[@Curtster1962]

Brought tears to my eyes. You guys will never really know how much your music impacted countless lives, mine included. THANK YOU for blessing us with it!

[@sideneimauricio9840]

Instruments of God, Haleluias.

[@Edduufotografo]

Petra Means Rock 2022

[@sherryramirez6329]

your music has been such a beautiful part of my life since i was a teen (that was a LONG time ago) thanks for the blessings and the duet with Dan Vasc also

[@aw7047]

Great blessings my brothers from Petra. I truly enjoy your music.

[@user-ve1kc8or1f]

Thanks Petra

[@pshimmons]

Thank you! So many amazing songs these guys have and so few quality videos exist!

[@albertoalberto2180]

Good Lord Jesus what a good music of praying. I did passed my 18-20 listening Petra. Great band. Holy inspiration.

[@rawar777joshanderson]

I remember my first experience with Petra - seeing that awesome record cover on More Power to Ya in my parent's record collection sandwiched between a Kiss record and a Beatles record. Different eras of Petra bring different feels - they both have their strengths and weaknesses but they all bring back such memories.

[@dereklaing2929]

The best way to make a perfect heaven any better is to have John singing praise to the lord, leading the angel choir.

[@weatherman939]

I love all of Petras music!!

[@brendap4877]

Great songs! I love Petra. Some of the songs are back when Greg X Volz was the lead singer. John Schlitt is great.

[@mrze717]

Lo mejor del rock cristiano, Dios los ha usado poderosamente. Han sido de bendición para m miles de vidas. Gracias Petra. 🙏😃👍

[@brianlamb163]

I saw Petra in Greenville Illinois at agape festival 1981or1982 I remember this cause their bus got stuck in the mud and about 200 of US teenage kids helped push it out and we were all given t-shirts

[@artcanbelove7873]

That is epic!

[@danw36]

Wow I shared with 15+ friends at midnight 7/10/23

[@KevinMaganaspeedyk74]

What a blessing may the Lord bless you and keep you and makes his face to shine upon you and bring you peace in Jesus name

[@rodhster1]

Petra, sempre, para sempre. É a grande banda do ROCK CRISTÃO.