Yahweh - The 2nd Chapter of Acts with Phil Keaggy (1977)

[@thomasmcintosh390]

To this day, after so many years THIS is the song and This is the guitar solo that forever made me a Keaggy fan

[@alastairmurray3153]

With you Thomas 100%. I was a new Christian and never listened to anything outside of hard rock and blues back then, and then I heard Yahweh and Wow! - I thought Christian music had to be folk / country and Matthew and Phil took my head off - a Christian Band that knows how to ROCK!! Remains, alongside "Now that I Belong to You" my favourite 2nd Chapter songs, Shalom and blessings from Australia!

[@lrajic8281]

This is what great music concerts used to be like! No smoke, no mirrors, no special effects. And it transports the soul!

[@sunbearwizard]

Exactly!!

[@WolfRun59]

2023 and this song still rocks sooooo hard. So much for critics who said Christian rock was second rate. A true blessing.

[@tomfilipiak690]

When Christian pop music was great! My favorite guitar player. One of my favorite groups from the 1970s. Real artistry!

[@perrinenzo607]

Glass Harp is a gem

[@martychamplin7793]

I have seen Phil numbers of times, always incredible. I saw Matthew at the Jackson Hole Christian Center once. I am always the first one in the door, I watched Matthew's sound check and warm up as the only one in the seats, he came down off the the stage over to me & stared at me, then kicked me in the leg just for fun. That was a high point in my life. How The West Was One is my favorite live recording of all time. Rock & Roll on The Rock Christ Jesus! 👨‍🌾

[@dougrettberg4767]

Awesome!

[@philkeaggy7618]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@sylvesterbestertester1013]

As a Christian, I can't imagine my musical life without Phil Keaggy.

[@anewcreature2700]

Or the voice of Matthew Ward!

[@TrixzTide]

I just discovered Phil Keaggy apparently at the recommendation of Jimi Hendrix. I’m blown away. My soul has found its sound track.

[@garybarnes3625]

Ikr.

[@hackednhanoied]

Amen. My Jesus follower brother had several of his early albums and loved his music before becoming a believer. Had a new appreciation after accepting Christ. “Spend my life w you…”

[@sylvesterbestertester1013]

@@hackednhanoied Just one of his best. I had read somewhere a long time ago that he wrote that song early on. Like maybe in the Glass Harp days and it was about a women. And that added and or, changed a few things to make it about the Lord. When you first listen, it can sound like a regular love song, in fact, much of it does. But what he added made it a love song to Jesus. I kind of think it's partially to his wife but mostly about the Lord. "I believe the day is coming when we'll never be apart" has to be about eternal life. But also, maybe he's also saying that to his wife in an eternal sense. It's a beautiful song either way.

[@timedwards5600]

Christain music more pure then now.

[@cogshort8414]

Gowing up in So. Cal. I was blessed to have seen the 2nd Chapter of Acts, Phil Keaggy, Keith Green and many others "Jesus movement" groups of the day! They really helped me with my walk with the Lord!

[@jeffcriswellforu.s.senateg6687]

Best guitarist ever in CCM hands down.

[@timbenton1187]

Phil Keaggy himself said that was an Urban Legend

[@kareninalabama]

I attended one of his live concerts in the '90's; it was at a church, so it was pretty intimate. Being that close to a guitar master while he performed was something I'll never forget. Unfortunately, I was never able to see Iona perform live. If you enjoy a good shred, check out Dave Bainbridge's guitar solo at 4:19 (but please check out the whole song; it's beautiful.) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHK5nIuqdrVmr9Esi=R_nEPXZTVeznKkNV

[@ballthemblack]

Matthew Ward with the long hair. Throwback

[@russellprickett1652]

For the Lord is the great God and the great King above all gods. Psalm 95:3

[@Worthington1138]

Praise be, you saved me from the grips of addiction and taught me what it means to be a fellow human. I will always love, fear, and respect ye my God. I shall seek thee earnestly. Amen.

[@Brynbraughton]

Yahweh, I'm here to say I believe Him Eloi, this is my cry to receive Him Emmanuel has come to dwell within us Messiah One, God's only Son is Jesus Within the Psalm Sore agony comes to the poet The sin of them all Plus the cross made him fall below it That's why He was born That His body be torn and the veil rent In His loving grace He took my place in payment Yahweh, I'm here to say I believe Him Eloi, this is my cry to receive Him Emmanuel has come to dwell within us Messiah One, God's only Son is Jesus Yahweh, I'm here to say I believe Him Eloi, this is my cry to receive Him Emmanuel has come to dwell within us Messiah One, God's only Son is Jesus How we need Him How we need Him

[@SandorVitez]

Worship was rich and for real in the 70's, my sister got saved that year she shared Christian music with me, I wasn't hip to the contemporary, soon became a fan of Mathew and his sisters and others, until the lyrics became more convicting, I was humbled and relinquished my will to Jesus 8 yrs. later. may our Heavenly Father Bless your ministry and lives; also respect to Keith Green RIP

[@joeyricci3796]

Phil has to be the best Christian guitarist is history! Jesus has heavily Blessed 🙏🏻 him every way possible. Glory be to God! 🙏🏻👍🏻

[@roxleyldc]

Perhaps the best guitarist ever!

[@donmcc6573]

I got to chat with Randy Stonehill after a concert a couple years ago. He talked a little about Phil Keaggy. He said, "He just keeps getting better. It's not fair....."

[@mudeye]

Matthew Ward..wow what a Fabulous voice! And the 2 gals are so beautiful and sing like birds. And Phil Keaggy the energetic man . I wish I could have watched this whole concert. Anyone have more of this concert?

[@Mic7even]

You can listen to it on the 2nd Chapter of Acts' album, "How the West was One" from 1977.

[@anewcreature2700]

Those two wonderful gals are Matthews sisters, Annie Herring and Nellie Greisand

[@tomklock568]

Those were the ways...no fog/lighting effects etc. just awesome music about Jesus!

[@rolandoaponte214]

Phil Keaggy must be one of the top 10 guitar players right along with Jimmy Hendrix, Clapton and Jimmy Page. Apparently the fact that he never played in a supergroup and that he became a Christian early on was a negative for the critics.

[@user-AllenE]

Tommy Emmanuel should be on the list too. Yes, Keaggy my fav!

[@camilagsoft]

This singer... so so so talented!

[@mandolinot]

one of my most favorites of all time....such a great rockin' tune

[@davidmoore2325]

Hello, how are you,i hope your okay?

[@TKCJITLOA]

Phil is using and has used his amazing gift for decades. Digging the clothes 😄. Matthew Ward can sing!

[@ringforthrev]

Good Lord, we need powerful gospel music like this again...I know its probably out there, just not sure where to look

[@joycesmith7825]

I don't know of any

[@ferdiebird7179]

Matthew sounds like Stevie Wonder, so much soul

[@DoJ79]

Yeah! That's how I like to praise the Lord! I want quiet, it's Annie. For the rockers..Matthew!

[@timkis64]

"how the west was one" was a FANTASTIC album.still listen to listen to it to this day.

[@pamgessler5923]

This brings back really happy memories.

[@davidmoore2325]

Hello, how are you,i hope your okay?

[@m.w.7986]

I got to see them do this song in Spokane WA on the How the West was One tour. Major highlight for us. What a blessing.

[@bryanhamilton6099]

Wow! Such amazing guitar and vocals!

[@peterhipwell4632]

Love Phil Keagy still his instrumental CD And 2 chapter of Acts cassettes

[@carlboswell986]

This is great, but the one I really want to see is "Time" from this same concert tour. Phil's ending solo on that is still my favorite out of all the variations I have ever heard of that song. I would so love to actually see it performed!

[@philipaklonis7906]

We saw 2nd Chapt. at War Memorial Bldg. Trenton. NJ in the 70's...time flies🚀

[@amymoseleysmith7494]

SO DID I ! HOW 😎 !

[@TheGracelove2]

Those pants I can’t stand it Amazing Matthew Moment Phil looking oh so 70s too This song is Amazing just Dope That’s All!!

[@jeffcriswellforu.s.senateg6687]

That was the look in 1977

[@ThePsychedelicBowser]

I just love this! This tune is so rocking!!

[@CieloVistaSoftware]

Matthew Ward a fantastic singer as were his sisters. I was a huge Keaggy fan for many years too. Saw him do an acoustic gig at Bethel close to Minneapolis. He brought the house down as a single act on the acoustic guitar. Thanks Phil...

[@martychamplin7793]

I was there at that show too!

[@geoweiss]

Phil, I value that you play with out the “look at me” spirit. I Appreciated that. It has an eternal value.

[@ruthmather1332]

I agree with the last comment. Especially this when the west was won cd !!!!! I used to do my Ironing and dance to it while I ironed!!! It lifts my heart up up up!

[@mikealwill7013]

That 2 record live album is one of the best. Many neat songs.

[@SYLMONFREY]

Such a great song and beautiful interpretation! we bless you all, you have inspired so many singers and musicians in the world

[@scottmcfadyen293]

I heard a stairway like line in there near the end and he is playing a les paul. I see there Phil was having some wrist pain .. clearly he got over it. Truly blessed !

[@stefu44]

all together / legendary team : phil, the 2nd chapter, an d Matthew is incredible ! quite a technical piece to sing.

[@papunAlicea]

Thanks so much for share this video, great job. God bless. 🎼💯🙏

[@Turn.toJesus]

😯Wow! Brother was jammin!!

[@jet3723yt]

Those were some good days. I saw them at Veterans Memorial in Columbus Ohio.

[@davewroberts]

I know Phil isn't very tall, but he looks Hobbitlike compared to Matthew Ward at 1:51. Thanks for uploading...this is great!!!

[@jimScienceNerd]

Wow. This so reminds me of the kind of Christian music I saw in the 1970s, or thereabouts. Thanks for sharing!

[@guzwa2334]

Fantastic 🤩 Phil. 2nd chapter Bravo. HALLELUJAH MARANATHA AMEN 🙏 🌹 💖 Pietermartizburg KZN South Africa 🌍

[@rodrigocasado3438]

Esse louvor é lindo! Glórias a Deus! 😄😄😄🙌🙌🙌🙌🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@netizenrealness]

my favorite version of this song

[@MarkEvanWhite]

Love it

[@mylesmilliman6166]

Wow, this is so great. I've heard the live version but didn't know there was video. Phil is in peak vintage here. Throwing down on that LP like a boss. But can we talk about Matthew Ward's vocals? I mean holy smokes. I never really listened to 2nd Chapter, not my musical cup of tea, but there's no denying that all three of them were vocal monsters.

[@JewandGreek]

The greatest vocalist next to the greatest guitarist.

[@cosmictyger]

Wow!!

[@agatemaster4243]

Groovy man!

[@j40bob1]

The credits should also include Richard Souther on keyboards. In that concert, Peter York--an old friend of Keaggy's who was in 2nd Chapter's touring band at the time) played rhythm guitar on Keaggy's songs.

[@scasr]

I don't see either Richard or Peter playing on this song.

[@j40bob1]

@@scasr Peter is not on this song; he only played on the Keaggy songs. Yiu can hear Richard's organ, so he's there somewhere.

[@philkeaggy7618]

@@j40bob1 Thanks for the feedback - the credits have been updated.

[@j40bob1]

@@philkeaggy7618You are welcome. Good to hear from you. Worked stage crew for you twice in Albuquerque--the tour you did with Sheila Walsh (1982?) and the tour you did with Peter, Richard, and Ruck Cua (1984?).

[@j40bob1]

@@scasr True that they don't show Richard playing the organ, but you can hear him. I should clarify that Peter played in this concert but not on the Acts 2 songs.

[@archlutesmith]

Even Phil has to shake out his hand after that fast guitar solo.

[@jesusownsmebryangilbow1764]

Hi Barry!!! Thank you for this. Hope you are doing well. I've been away from God but He ( Yahushua) has been definitely opening my eyes these last two to three years. BIG TIME! God bless brother. Love you.

[@ljp9402]

Yahweh💕💕💕💕

[@jasonmoyer5906]

I've waited a long time to see video footage of this line up! Nice! Thank you!!

[@MegawinkPub]

Album credits the writing to Jesse Cosio. Any back story on the writer? Such a great song! Love Nelly's reaction when Phil's guitar first kicks in 😂

[@jayjay-bz3rr]

I can’t believe how small Phil Keaggy is. Short

[@Cre8tvMG]

You guys are all so cute! :-D

[@scottmcgregor4829]

Wow, Phil is still amazing. Wow is Phil ever short.

[@kvernon1]

Wow is Phil long on talent. Isn't that what matters?

[@runstile]

Love love love this!!! A Band Called David?

[@rjedwards556]

2nd Chapter of Acts

[@debbiebayles1706]

And a band called David

[@j40bob1]

That's what 2nd Chapter called their backup band at the time.

[@donmcc6573]

Consider how good Phil Keaggy was here already. Then realize that he has had more than forty more years to practice.....

[@jmillertube]

Where's the rest of the concert?

[@mermaidmelodies1492]

What a great collaboration, Phil looks like a Hobbit among 3 Elves up there.

[@nicksorenson7578]

Keaggy sounded a little like Mark Knopfler back then but with his own great style and feel in there. Great player.

[@diet94]

Can anyone play like Phil?

[@amymoseleysmith7494]

NO

[@Dirgnimai7]

Is it known if this is the same performance from the How the West was One gig? In other words, was that show filmed? Would sure love to see footage of Phil's set that ended up on that release!

[@mulemusic]

This is a different show!!! The show was aired by Barry McGuire as host. It was in two parts. Part one featured the band DAVID (with Phil Keaggy) and was all 2nd Chapter of Acts songs. The second part aired a week later with the band doing Phil's songs. While this was recorded earlier, the broadcast was in 1982 or 1983. The episode with Phil aired a month or so before I got my first Beta Max home video recorder! I saw the show, and you can bet it would all be here at KZbin for everyone to enjoy if only I had that video machine earlier! Still searching after all these years!!

[@Dirgnimai7]

@@mulemusic Very cool. Thanks!

[@ODEMUZIC]

Phil's guitarlicks an Matthew's add lips are a little different than the album.

[@soulkiss1001]

@@mulemusic what network did it air on?

[@mulemusic]

@@soulkiss1001 I think CBN.... 1982 or so! A friend of mine just told me he spoke with Barry McGuire who was the host of the show, and he doesn't have the tapes..

[@ThePsychedelicBowser]

The girl in the middle is the cutest thing ever..

[@RichardMullin-u8w]

Love that voice, love that guitar! Would have been cool to see them at Woodstock rather than in the mediocre ghetto of “Christian Rock”. I am 60 and I think that was such a weird era of music. I have been a follower of Jesus since my teens and used to enthusiastically embrace every Christian band going. I still have many of the old albums but kind of cringe when I think about how we paid money to watch mediocre rock bands give us grief for how lukewarm we and the church in general were….. I think many of these bands were just grumpy because they were not making enough money to survive ……..🧐

[@sharonatl]

who is the blonde singer ?

[@chaplainpaul5326]

Matthew Ward. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2nd_Chapter_of_Acts

[@generoswell8890]

matthew ward

[@davidmoore2325]

Hello, how are you,i hope your okay?

[@mikealwill7013]

The brother to the 2 woman singers.

[@bikerhighmiler8998]

Everyone has an OPINION..

[@kingdavidapple]

And Phil wobbles his left wrist as if it was overworked. Haha.

[@rayhope7957]

Seen them in Ohio back in the late 70s👍, but not with Phil.

[@rexfriesen]

Very inspirational guitar playing, too bad those vocalists had to ruin the song.

[@Charles-tv6oi]

Beats any Beatles Phil Keggy

[@erestube]

No, it doesn't.

[@sundancer4426]

Freaks.