Be Thou My Vision - The Petersens (LIVE)

It's a little windy at the farm! We love "Be Thou My Vision" and we learned it for our Patreon community earlier this year after a hard situation. May we never lose sight of what is truly important in this life and where our hope lies.
Fun fact: We had been asked to sing the national anthem at some live events and decided to record it impromptu as the red barn and blue clothes on this shoot seemed too perfect to pass up! • The Star-Spangled Bann...
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►This video:
Vocals and fiddle: @katiepetersen
Vocals and mandolin: @JuliannePetersen
Vocals and banjo: @EllenHaygood
Dobro: Emmett Franz
Guitar: @mattpetersen4000
Bass: Karen Petersen
Key moments:
0:01 instrumental
0:23 Katie
1:05 Julianne
1:46 Ellen
2:21 dobro
2:37 sisters
3:12 a cappella
4:23 outro
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 grandparents' farm in Mountain Grove, Missouri
►LYRICS - Be Thou My Vision
Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart
Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art
Thou my best thought, by day or by night
Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light
Be Thou my wisdom, and Thou my true word
I ever with Thee, and Thou with me, Lord
Thou my great Father, and I Thy true son
Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one
Be Thou my battle shield, sword for the fight
Be Thou my dignity, Thou my delight
Thou my soul's shelter, and Thou my high tower
Raise Thou me heavenward, O Power of my power
Riches I heed not, nor man's empty praise
Thou my inheritance, now and always
Thou and Thou only, be first in my heart
High King of heaven, my treasure Thou art
High King of heaven, my victory won
May I reach heaven's joys, O bright heaven's sun
Heart of mine own heart, whatever befall
Still be my vision, O Ruler of all
Be Thou my vision
Be Thou my vision
(Still be my vision)
Be Thou my vision
(Still be my vision) (O Ruler of all)
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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: #LiveSessions04

[@Liz.Newton]

*LYRICS - Be Thou My Vision* ------------ Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art Thou my best thought, by day or by night Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light Be Thou my wisdom, and Thou my true word I ever with Thee, and Thou with me, Lord Thou my great Father, and I Thy true son Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one Be Thou my battle shield, sword for the fight Be Thou my dignity, Thou my delight Thou my soul's shelter, and Thou my high tower Raise Thou me heavenward, O Power of my power Riches I heed not, nor man's empty praise Thou my inheritance, now and always Thou and Thou only, be first in my heart High King of heaven, my treasure Thou art High King of heaven, my victory won May I reach heaven's joys, O bright heaven's sun Heart of mine own heart, whatever befall Still be my vision, O Ruler of all Be Thou my vision Be Thou my vision (Still be my vision) Be Thou my vision (Still be my vision) (O Ruler of all) Album: Live Sessions, vol. 04

[@josegenaroriveraloanzon]

Thanks once again, Liz!

[@KyleHaines615]

Thank you! Saw multiple versions of the lyrics on Google and non match perfectly.

[@Liz.Newton]

​@@KyleHaines615 I do them all bespoke ;)

[@strangsnsuch4765]

Thx Liz

[@Sooch694]

Thank you Liz. Great job on a beautiful song.

[@murfspop]

The BEST and most WHOLESOME group in America today,....hands down...

[@henryharris8972]

Doubtless!!!

[@benztech2262]

“Sounds Like Reign” is good too.

[@jharnadas1214]

Not just in America the whole world 🌍 there tooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo gooooooooood

[@chickenrees]

Yep

[@psquared56]

Amen to that!

[@Spontaneous0rder]

So think about this. A well known hymn performed by a bluegrass band has ONE MILLION PLAYS. You can't tell me the Petersen family is not blessed.

[@mpgrenda]

Seeing and listening to The Petersens just makes me smile.

[@jimmyruger7529]

agreed

[@sharyn208]

Amen to that

[@Ullarobinlilly]

yessyessyess!

[@huangyipeng1108]

Man the second lady singing, her voice is sweet as candy Glory to god!

[@DanPurdy1]

Ellen.

[@7Steveski]

What a wonderful old hymn! I believe that it goes back over a thousand years to a poem written by an Irish believer who was a spiritual descendant of St. Patrick. ❤

[@christianpesigan1005]

Katie mesmerizes, Emmett rocks, Matt soothes, Karen energizes, Ellen uplifts, and Julianne captivates.. The Petersens wonderfully shines like heavenly Angels.. ❤

[@leesawdust]

So true!!

[@andronikostheophilos]

Well said. A great summary.

[@lardo666]

Please don't forget Mum. Mum steadily anchors the music (and the family too, I strongly suspect...) Rock on Mum 😃

[@KPatrickBowen]

Spot on!

[@Spontaneous0rder]

This post probably garnered a bit of blushing on the part of the people mentioned, being very humble servants. But its largely true.

[@WHU63]

To think that this beautiful hymn dates to the 8th century in Ireland. Will always be my favourite.

[@nickibayjay2693]

Wow. Thanks for that interesting additional understanding about this wonderful hymn.

[@gerardoconnor4278]

Indeed, a beautiful rendition of our ancient Irish hymn by a wonderful group.

[@60sGuy]

This reminds me of a long-gone time of simplicity, beauty, and wholeness of heart. I love the way the whole family plays together. It brings me peace in my moving on.

[@wdshaver]

My goodness, the sweetness, of this group brings me to tears….

[@Petchary]

Me too

[@Spontaneous0rder]

I know. Almost every song brings a tear to my eye. What this means is The Pedersens are highly adept at touching hearts. Something the Spirit does on a regular basis.

[@dieselheart1]

Yup.

[@herbcounselorh7734]

In these dark and troubled days, these young ladies bring light and peace in the words and harmony of their music. May God bless you all.

[@wheelsofafrica]

So uplifting in our darkening world. Thank you all so much. Greetings and blessings from Zimbabwe.

[@zachariahmulrich2971]

This is probably my favorite hymn of all time. Our worship pastor calls songs like this "evergreens," they never seem to age.

[@just-a-fella3212]

I pray this hymn lasts another 1200 years and more.... may it live in Christian hearts forever.

[@jerrywellborn]

As my lovely grandmother would always say after listening to something like this: "I feel like I've been to church!"

[@catcrapinahat]

That's such a simple saying but it holds so much weight and meaning, I love it!

[@dodibenabba1378]

You're in church wherever you go if you have the indwelling Spirit of Christ.

[@teiyusteki]

That's so precious ❤

[@scottnmerr]

Technically, anytime you are worshipping God, you can imagine you are in a church. Vua la!

[@67icebowl]

The Petersons have introduced me to a genre that, not being a believer, I previously did not appreciate. But I cannot deny their talent and the beauty of their music.

[@afazi55]

yezz sir

[@thekolobsociety]

How is your comment from 2 weeks ago

[@strangsnsuch4765]

@@thekolobsociety I'm wondering too.

[@67icebowl]

@@thekolobsociety I have no idea.

[@Liz.Newton]

Video previews are shared on Patreon :)

[@rosspowell6261]

Another beautiful song from people who truly believe what they are singing and are using their gifts given by God. Keep up gods work and continue to light the way to Christ!

[@peteralexander6156]

Not only mesmerising talent, but tremendous interaction between siblings. You're very good people, Petersens.

[@bookman80]

Perfectly stated! They bring me joy every time I listen to them.

[@giritharanarulampalam8602]

This one was my favourite hymn for many years

[@c.3577]

Ellen you felt that song. As a fan I could not ask for more. In Christian love to you all.

[@mh7008]

I love the passion in Ellen's voice when she sings, her love for God shines out of the light in her eyes and everywhere else, almost angelic.

[@pmbrulle1097]

You have no idea how this blessed me! I just lost my best friend of 2O years. We met in college and this was the school hymn. It was always such a dear hymn for that time in our lives and it was the reminder I needed today as I mourn her. Thank you ❤️

[@davida1679]

I’m sorry to hear about your loss. I too lost my best friend, we’ve been as close as brothers since diapers. It does get easier with time and prayers heading your way!!💐

[@FlapjackR]

I have believed in our Lord for so many years now but this past year my faith has increased immeasurably. Back in January/February of this year we sang this hymn at church and I immediately looked for it when I got home. My children and I listened and fell in love with your group instantaneously but most importantly, fell in love with the Lord. I sing this hymn every day and feel closer to Him. I just wanted to finally thank you all for your righteous music, God is using you all in such a glorious way. May He bless your family. ❤

[@truthseekerdanny]

Beautiful and powerful lyrics. Glory to God

[@Buddha23Fett]

I love that you included the verse about the shield and sword. So many leave it out of their version. This version is the best I’ve ever heard.

[@bruceboyers761]

Voices of angels...

[@mikehouston3271]

their rendition....is my heart's rendition....it's all that I'll ever want! Thanks to the Petersens!!!

[@wandaspencer9523]

This is beautiful. I can listen to this group all day long.

[@rubtherock6317]

That smile by Julianne at the very end pretty much sums up how I felt throughout this entire song. Absolutely incredible!

[@gillbates365]

Julianne's vocals are simply on another atmosphere. Heavenly tone of an angel. So much talent, God blessed the Petersens with passion, soul and an outstanding musical work ethic.

[@bogan4001]

You have a new fan . My two year old grandson .. loves your song . Can't take his eyes off when the video starts.

[@pavelkratochvila6157]

Not a vision, but a fact such a beautiful harmony can only arrise in beautiful people.

[@jose.alexandre5911]

Maravilha como sempre, afinadissimos agradável aos ouvidos

[@dlagrua]

Its always great to listen to this great Christian band. Here we have singling, Katie the softest and smoothest voice, Ellen the more powerful voice, and Julienne the unique voice with some natural vibrato. This band presents a clean wholesome image of people that love Christ as I do. When you love Christ you are never alone. He is with you always.

[@lawtonsegler1923]

Our God deserves the very best praise and worship performances that can be produced. Your music plays an important part I’m my life. I rise with the angels and applaud. Well done good and faithful servant!

[@jorgetito3394]

Hands down the best version of this song. The humble excellence of bluegrass and Catholic music is a match made in Heaven. I pray that one day all Christians face down the world under one banner, as our Savior prayed for in the Garden. God bless y'all!

[@LukeWhite_PE]

Sibling harmonies are always great, but the harmonies you ladies exhibit are amazing.

[@Shambala_G]

In the past I would have not really listened fully to this song and maybe mocked it as 'cheesy'. Now all I see and hear is beauty and divine connection. Thank you for all that you emanate and your wonderful hearts - truth always wins in the end... thanks for shining so bright 🌱☀️🌻💚

[@chance1354]

You have that divine connection cause we are all made in the image of god and our sense of beauty and truth is transcendental in the direction of christ. That's one way of knowing the gospel is true. Thanks for the lovely comment by the way !

[@nizhoni26]

This melody dates to the 6th century. It's found its way through the ages for a reason. Look it up, it's very interesting.

[@leoallard3038]

Wonderful praise to our High King of Heaven!

[@skydiver6711]

I have been led to the throne of Grace. Thank you Petersens

[@knowyourjob9649]

I was searching for people who sang the hymns in a way that is so passionate.

[@mikehill6538]

Beautiful music, beautiful words, beautiful voices, beautiful family. Y'all are a joy to us!

[@johnoconnor4623]

Wonderful and they sing the verse that is skipped by many. "Be Thou my Battle Shield". The lyrics are posted already by Liz Newton.

[@dougraymer5358]

It is very difficult not to get caught up in comparisons of which young lady has the best voice or who is the best musician. If you are new to the petersens, please accept some advice from someone who has listened to them for hundreds of hours. It's impossible. They are all magnificent. And that includes the guys.

[@timmytimmy17]

We're visiting a school in Uganda and one of the teachers asked about bluegrass. I'll be playing this video with the students. Beautiful rendition.

[@stephenaustin8153]

absolutely wonderful

[@garryw.robertsmusicandmore2359]

This is the most beautiful rendition of this Irish hymn in KZbin! Thanks for sharing!

[@jessicatompkins535]

You girls all have your own uniqueness about your voices but still sound amazing all together!

[@benshakum3399]

Jullianes voice is one of a kind, captivating, enthralling and haunting!

[@Craig_KCfan]

Heavenly is the only word that comes to mind when all three of the sisters sing together🤗

[@jerrymichaelcrowe1917]

I cannot click the 'Like' button enough. This song is healing enough, but the Peterson's make it so much more special. Beautiful performance and gives me a feeling of what Heaven will be like.

[@user-zr6rm9jm7r]

what I love about this family is they sing all so differently and yet all so beautifully - thank you God for the moments of peace in my life this wonderful family brings - in your name. Amen.

[@davidnorgren8759]

Nothing more beautiful than godly women praising the Lord. God bless you family of God.

[@z144000]

Thank you all so much. Such a pleasure as always. God Bless you all in Love.

[@chadjohnson9208]

It’s so refreshing to see a family praising Jesus together!

[@user-xw2mj4gk5n]

Why are there worldly songs on the channel?

[@rsmyth75]

This hymn of our patron Saint Patrick iso deep in the heart of the Irish

[@giritharanarulampalam8602]

I love the verses "....be thou wisdom....be thou my vision"

[@ronfreeman1691]

God TRUELY blessed each of you Ladies with your own individual singing voices. He also knew that when combined, that they would be Angelic. Thank you all from my heart, for adding and sharing your wonderful talents with this world of The Almightys Creation. God Bless You All !

[@KPatrickBowen]

In a word... Angelic!

[@williamsasu9500]

This is one of the best renditions I’ve ever heard. Beautiful voices and excellent musicality

[@Daindrais]

Perfect. Beautiful. Praise God!

[@thefabulousflyingfoxkidsclub]

Goosebumps. Shattering. Hauntingly beautiful. So this is the music they play in heaven? Okay, got it

[@hhjjccgg]

I m not a really emotional person, but everytime when Jullianne starts to sing it moves me and i get tears in my eyes. It makes me feel alive. Thank you and bless you all. Greetz from the Netherlands.

[@christianpesigan1005]

I love the Petersens.. but I especially love Julianne.. she is so sweet and meek..

[@jason5174]

I agree. I get a mix between goosebumps and wanting to cry. It's such an amazing and unexpected sound. She really is talented.

[@garyk4155]

which one is jullianne?look how they look at their little sis everytime she sings. is little sis jullianne

[@Liz.Newton]

@@garyk4155 Yes, Julianne is the one with the navy striped dress. If you turn on captions, often their names appear on screen :)

[@garyk4155]

@@Liz.Newton thanks for the captions tip,it could be real useful if works on others also!

[@zedcarnz]

When the three part harmonies start. Chills.

[@gapuan]

Powerful words sang and played beautifully. Thank you.

[@russelllewis692]

Three angels for God!

[@EtzEchad]

Wow! This is a great song to compare the ladies voices. So different individually, but PERFECT when they come together in harmony! I love you guys. God Bless you all.

[@FlowerChild65]

For any Gaels or Gaelic learners who might happen upon this, this hymn is actually a translation of an Old Irish prayer. It's been translated into modern Irish and Scottish Gaelic as well

[@user-gt2lh2ec9e]

Wow, THE VERY BEST GROUP OF SINGERS/PLAYERS EVER! JOHNP.

[@StephanieOwens-xu2jk]

Beautiful, pure voices!! I love to hear you all sing!!

[@knastera]

There is a wonderful innocence and simplicity behind this delivery. I think that we have gotten so enamored with high production, that we can lose the beauty of simplicity.

[@rammuana5266]

'be thou my vision..' amen to that. it's beautiful

[@johpull1820]

Beautiful song, God gave you beautiful voices to sing for Him and us

[@kurtpedersen7863]

The harmonies are melodic and beautiful.. Gospels goodness surely so

[@karenhardie1132]

So much beauty and talent. Grammy level talent.

[@Dovid2000]

All the instruments blend together well, and the voices... the voices are in perfect harmony. The dubro and the violin have compacted together to produce a sound worthy of these haunting lyrics, all praise to the One God, the God of Israel, who sustains all life, and unto whom no one or no thing can ever be compared. God bless you all for sharing this with us.

[@lloydscott295]

These young ladies really help a sinner like me listening to that gospel music really helps

[@rafaelalfonsoramosmendez1792]

Of the most beautiful forms of music, the one dedicated to God is the most sublime and powerful. In my recovery from covid 19 I am thankful for finding the Music of The Petersens to strengthen my soul with the help of the Lord. Thanks.

[@jarethhayden9991]

This is one of my favorite hymns, I’m on my church’s worship team and I love your style of music! Thanks for the spiritual encouragement today.

[@KoncsosErvin]

Ellen's voice 💚 as clear as mountain breeze

[@krazykitty7277]

Love this!! What beautiful harmony on this great old hymn of praise to the Lord God Almighty!

[@Janhalb]

Three sisters, there absolutely different voices, but what a great harmony! Just amazing!

[@Nick-wn1xw]

Everyone was great but Ellen's voice was made for that hymn. Wow.

[@marvinburkhead3593]

Simply beautiful enough to make one cry… not that I did? But that was close one. Lovely girls! 🙂

[@tobystamps2920]

I really appreciate the stand you all make for the Lord.

[@nancy9478]

No words, just tears. This is beautiful.

[@gregoryholm398]

One of my favorite hymns! I really like the 5 string violin.

[@davidhinchcliffe8322]

Once we have found his grace. Everything else falls into place. Beautiful song . Thanks .

[@bobsternvogel5550]

Great job of singing by each of the sisters, with solid backing by Mom and the "boys"!

[@jacquiedresser8610]

Truly soulful and so touching. Only beautiful hearts can reflect God's love and humble prayers sung like this.

[@TheBrianBurkett]

This might be my favorite version of my favorite hymn ever. Thank you!

[@DavidDeelLoco]

When they went into acapella, you could really hear the purity of their voices. This is music. This is song. This is poetry. And it is backed with musicians that can play instruments and actually sing. I'm getting u there in age and one of the remaining items on my bucket list is to see ThePetersons in concert. I am hoping to get to Branson next year and mark that item off my list.

[@josecarlosrodriguezotero6447]

Simply Beautiful ...

[@GerardPerry]

We sang this congregationally for the memorial of someone who came from our church years ago-before becoming a pastor himself. It's comforting to realize that this hymn has been sung and played by the Body of Christ for over a millennium.Hold fast to those things which are true.

[@frankpowell3225]

Now I know what the singing will sound like in Heaven! Thank you for what you do and the obvious love you put into it!

[@paulfertulagh2712]

I’ve got such a huge emotion of pure love, that I feel it came from heaven. God bless you

[@Kenngo1969]

Awesome! What gorgeous harmony! Thank you all for sharing your talents with me!

[@courtneycaswell1628]

Beautiful! Thank you for including the battleshield verse. ❤

[@andronikostheophilos]

Lovely old hymn. Always timeless and appreciated.

[@SeedFiddler-kp4eg]

You're all precious. Thank you, thank you, thank you. God bless, Miles

[@TheBreeze711]

What a beautiful song & voices like angels! My wife & I just got 'back home again', after driving 1000 miles to see you in person. I will never forget it!!

[@whatcameofgrace]

I’ve never heard anything like it!!

[@nealguentzel2458]

Three lovely, very talented sisters accompanied by the rest of The Petersens family band sing the most awesome version of this great and inspirational song. Folks, it doesn't get any better than this GENUINE and UNSTAGED TALENT!

[@earlystrings1]

Every time I’m about ready to give up on this old country, so divided and full of anger, I get an inspiring reminder like this song of what we have here that is uniquely and beautifully good. Heartfelt thank you to you all.