Back in 1997, I gave birth to a very critically sick child. This battle continued for many years. In late 98 I became pregnant with my second child, at which time my partner decided he wasn't interested in being with a sick child. (Not that he was anyways) Pregnant, alone, at a hospital with a critically ill child was painful...but with me...I had a few Gaither VHS tapes (yes...VHS) and I listened to them....all the time. Leaning on the promises of many songs. Through prayer and music, God carried me through....NOW my son (the sick child) is a healthy mature adult living a strong independent life, and the child I bore during this time has given me 2 beautiful grandkids...But in all these years, not a day has gone by when I don't recall the nurture I received from God, while listening to this music. I may have been physically alone, but your music and God's presence was a true source of strength.

3 жыл бұрын

My God bless you so much!

@AllanHeinricks-zf9pq

6 күн бұрын

AMENN...

David's voice was a revolution is Southern Gospel music!

@daryltracy7949

3 ай бұрын

True! I was never fan of the thin tenor voices prominent in SG

Mark Lowry belts out his part of the song beautifully and gets nothing! No applause - nothing! Well, I applauded for him. 😁 Such a lovely voice.

@aimanisahac

10 ай бұрын

He has the best baritone for David and Guy, in my opinion. His voice is dark yet bright.

@ChristinaMarieAngelicque-vc3nx

9 ай бұрын

AMEN, HE IS BETTER THAN GUY PENROD ANY DAY!

@demetritrice127

9 ай бұрын

Pay attention to the words

@patsyk3381

7 ай бұрын

Mark is a Wonderful singer, I definitely clap my hands off every time I hear him ❤️

@SupportTheArts-yo8ox

3 ай бұрын

​@@ChristinaMarieAngelicque-vc3nx I disagree. They're both unique voices.

I’ve heard so many different versions of this song from several different GVB lineups, and this is by far the best lineup they ever had, and best version of this song. Mark has such a beautiful voice and is perfect with his stylistic choices vocally, same for Guy. Both phenomenal vocalists. David is just on another planet, what a freak of nature. Boy was God generous with talent when He created David. You can tell that this line up sang together for such a long time just based on how they listen, blend, match their tone, intonation, phrasing, dynamics, style, everything is just spot on. I love this rendition especially for the solos which are so tasteful, and my favorite moment is they key change which in earlier versions had been missing something - David nailing that D flat cold really adds momentum and helps the song build towards the ending. Great musicianship all around. This is what worship should sound like - the quality and effort of hard work and talent that really brings glory to God.

3 жыл бұрын

What about this..: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qYit17Zsh87Ydag.html

@gillypend

11 ай бұрын

As the Cliff Richard song says, “Why should the devil have all the good music?” Indeed. Amen!!!

@peni2769

9 ай бұрын

I can tell you’re a musician yourself? :)

@ChristinaMarieAngelicque-vc3nx

9 ай бұрын

THE VOCAL BAND WITH GUY PENROD, DAVID PHELPS, AND, MARK LOWRY WAS THE BEST LINEUP THE VOCAL BAND EVER HAD!

@vj_salud

2 ай бұрын

Still true today, 2024. Best version of this song right here. The combination of all these voices did the song/composition justice, thus able to deliver the message of the song very, very well.

Have played this version so many times over the last few years before I preach - saw another person saved yesterday - all glory to God! He hasn't left the UK yet and I don't believe He ever will. More Lord.

I just love it how David reaches inside and trumpets in all power at " and when time has surrendered and earth is no more i´ll still cling to that old rugged cross"

@leeanncausby0211

3 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Pilli he’s truly the best

This is the best rendition of this song ever! Period.

@rayquinton6450

Жыл бұрын

Mmmm so I suppose that means 20,000,0000 fellow Christians are wrong🤔. I think it is totally stupid to compare artists, and in this case it is from within the same circle of artists. What IS true is that Marks voice and interpretation is incredible as is Guys. I notice that Bill, the maestro, so organises the different line ups so as to get the best sound. But to categorically make statements is irrational and I will say again stupid.

@gandalfthegrey7146

Жыл бұрын

@@rayquinton6450bruh what are you even on about and how does it pertain to to anything.

@khumoyamekoogotsitse4174

Жыл бұрын

True

@UchihaMB

Жыл бұрын

​@@rayquinton6450 calm down, please. You know art is subjective right? Well all have our preferences. Like if you agree, move on if you don't.

@chriswilliams6022

10 ай бұрын

Supposed to say "best rendition of this song, Penrod!"

Guy Penrod always sings from his heart.

@johnniestiles6792

5 жыл бұрын

I agree with you completely

Love when David belts out "AND!! WHEN!!" and Hovie Lister's reaction behind David LOL!!

Mark’s voice is my favorite on this great song!🎶

"I believe that the Christ who was slain on the cross, has the Power to change lives today, for He changes me completely. A new life is mine. That is why, by the cross, I will stand." That is my testimony for my life. And that is why I love my savior.

One of my Wife and my Greatest joys was the GVB in the Iowa consert that we went to. She is with the Lord now and I know she is singing with the Homecoming group who are now in Heaven singing for The God the Father Lord Jesus Christ. I know it has to be a joyful time. I long to be there. Thank you GVB for your gift.

Wow! Guy Penrod has a special gift in his vocal talent from up above...it is evident, and you can feel it when he worships! I miss him with the vocal band!

Best Gaither Vocal Band line up EVER! Tenor - David Phelps (Best gospel Tenor EVER!) Lead - Guy Penrod (Most powerful Gospel 2nd Tenor) Baritone - Mark Lowry (Rich, full and strong baritone that completes this line up) Bass - Well, there is no GVB without Bill Gaither.

@rileysilosmusic

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah this was the super singer line up ...

@mpoly5

2 жыл бұрын

So true. I agree ❤️

@lorenedowning276

2 жыл бұрын

Well its soooo!

Mark and David have such velvety voices

This is still my favorite four of the Gaithers groups. I could watch these videos all day and never tire of the spirit of worship that seems to emanate from their faces.

@margaret8391

6 жыл бұрын

I agree. This is the best Gaither Vocal Band group ever. I've never been a big fan of Guy Penrod but he's absolutely fantastic when he sings this song.

Guy Penrod was & is the best lead singer. No doubt bout it & no questions asked. No can replace him!!!!!

The BEST GAITHER GROUP EVER.... and the BEST MALE VOCAL BAND OF ALL TIME, PERIOD!!!!

The transition to D5 to C#5 was brilliant and smooth

@donzucca264

2 ай бұрын

That’s the transition I keep going back to.

@RichardoGooden

Ай бұрын

Can u tell me what time is the transition?

The worship of the lady @ 3:12 brings me to tears every time because I can relate. Grace and mercy saves. Thank you Yahusha!

@lhavnghak5085

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I feel it too. Especially at an old age, when one knows the near future, that still clinging to the cross must have a special meaning.

You can never beat Guy Penrod. The band was never the same without him When he left, they seemed to lose a lot of followers. Guy is on his own now and doing fabulous. He has new dvd's and cd's out. Mark Lowry is also on his own and doing great.

@fitisemanulotovaivai6754

4 жыл бұрын

It was also not the same when David and Mark to.

Man, this is so good. Best version by far! Incredible talent!

OMG Guy Pernod in my opinion made that Song SO POWERFUL!!! One BEAUTIFUL SONG and OH HOW BEAUTIFUL HEAVEN MUST BE 🙌🏻

This was the best gvb line up ever!

@brendaintex1

6 жыл бұрын

And they are the best

@craigshiver5647

5 жыл бұрын

Agree with you on that. The best 4

@lukecalhoun6569

5 жыл бұрын

Love these guys, but i cant agree with that without Michael English. Everyone has there favorites, and I guess he is mine.

@seunakioye

4 жыл бұрын

True

@Barbara-fk5ff

3 жыл бұрын

This group is the best ever, they're all incredible singers but also incredible story tellers!

Sometimes I forget how Mark isn't just a comedian, because he has such a great voice as well.

have faith people, because Faith and Jesus is all that Matters.. Love one another .

imagine what the saints will sound like in heaven... hope to make it there to be part of that mass choir...

@jennypipi8803

7 жыл бұрын

you will if you have put your trust in Yeshua (Jesus) as your Lord & Saviour

Guy Penrod is the GOAT in the music industry. He's such an anointed man and a powerful singer.

As a senior who is looking to be with the Lord soon, I have asked my kids to play this song by the GVB at my memorial service. I want everyone to know I am safely in the arms of Jesus because the time here was only a preparation to my life with my Lord. So much worship and faith recorded in the lyrics of this song. Praise God.

@lovebabiesmommydaddy3061

5 жыл бұрын

Jo Wood Kim,V

@frankgray2340

3 жыл бұрын

we bless God for such an holy spirit filled ministration

Oh my Lord. I have saved this in the "history" section of my computer and I listen to it several times a month.... Sometimes several times a day. Each time I cry uncontrollably and reflect on what the cross means to anyone who believes what Jesus said. Those of us who understand that although it was so long ago He was thinking of us. Of you and me. I don't know about how you handle that, but I know what I am and what I see my life being worth.... and I will never be worthy of Him dying for me. But I thank Him always for so much love and so much forgiveness and for valuing me. Blessed is His name.

@jowood1566

7 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful testimony of faith and trust in Jesus you express through your comments. ! can never be worthy of His love and sacrifice for me, either. The good news is that we don't have to be; Jesus' blood paid the price for our atonement. What a marvelous gift of love.

@grayskies6192

7 жыл бұрын

Blessed is His name. Come Lord Jesus.

@herbhouston5378

7 жыл бұрын

I was without my computer for a time and when I got back to it I saw your comment. Glory to God. Jesus made my life worth something and gave me a home... a home.

@jowood1566

7 жыл бұрын

When you think your life might not be worth much, just think of what you are worth to Jesus. He gave His life because He believes you are worth that sacrifice. Love you for who Jesus thinks you are. That's a lot!

Mark Lowry has such a beautiful voice. The same for Guy Penrod and Michael Phelps. I love this four the most of the different variation. When I listen to these songs they really transport me from this world.

@lhavnghak5085

4 жыл бұрын

Same here. I like this combination the most.

3 жыл бұрын

David Phelps* Michael Phelps is the swimmer!

Amen sing it guy, bill, david, mark the best lineup. Praise the lord

I love it that they let mark do the solo in this. He is by far the best baritone they ever had!

I have listened to this rendition this song for years now, before I preach & at my lowest points & the Lord always meets me - so thankful to God & the Gaither team for this ❤️

Bill, Mark, Guy and David --you are inspired by the Holy Spirit and you inspire us who are chained to the earth to soar and fly on the wings of your matchless singing and your deeply-sourced music. To hear you is to be refreshed and renewed in the path of our faith in Jesus. When I am very tired I turn to one of your songs and and experience a surge of energy and hope. It is just not the technicalities of your talents but your devotion which lifts me to where a Christian should be.God bless you

I do not know how many times I have met God listening to this song over the years. So grateful for it.

Mark Lowry in a great moment. Brilliant voice!

One of the best songs with all 4 blending together,this ones at the top

Mark Lowry you are a legend .

I grew up on all these songs and as I get older in life I learn to appreciate them more. Thank YOU FATHER for the Gaither Vocal band songs it brings me back to my roots back home in Jamaica, whenever I hear these songs I can't hold back the tears. 😢😢😭😭🙏🙏👏👏

you can feel god,s love when they sing

oooh Guy Penrod is the best, he know to touch my heart, GLORY BE TO GOD for him.

Guy Penrod como amo sua voz maravilhosa. Que Deus abençoe a todos vcs.🇧🇷🙌02/11/2023

I love how Guy Penrod gets the choir all revved up and chomping at the bit to get in there! 2:10 and on....

You can feel the holy spirit! Thank you Jesus!

Mark Lowry does well here, but when Michael English, Phelps, Mark and Bill did it in Australia........it was so powerful. TO each his own, God shall be praise either way.

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qYit17Zsh87Ydag.html

The pain our Savior went through and the way that people take that so lightly. O,MY people ,wake up !

These 4 belong together...

How much I miss this GVB and Guy Penrod!

@corynbredenkamp3464

5 жыл бұрын

Guy Penrod!

Geron Davis (choir leader) is from Richton, Mississippi, originally. Not ten miles from me. He is a monster.

I can't believe I have never seen this version. I love it. My favorite!!

The most powerful rendition of this song by GVB

Praise God for the Gaithers!!!!!! This group has been a huge help in me finding Jesus and accepting Him as my Lord, Saviour, and my friend!!!!! God bless you Gaither Vocal Band!!!!!!!

"I believe that this life with its great mysteries surely someday will come to an end"... Bill looks at his watch. Patience my friend lol

Wow mark, just wow!

just discovered GVB last month, but they have been a household name since I was a babe!

@jponz85

3 жыл бұрын

Check their national hymn rendition. Best US national hymn song ever

So thankful for that hill where the old rugged cross stood and where Christ looked down thru the ages for a lost sinner like me and died for me.

Mark makes my sad days happy . Guy can just sing period I do every day marathons . Never get tired

Praise God!

The best! The perfect line up singing the absolutely most inspiring gospel song of all time! Double amen!

Guy Penrod,,,wow beautiful,,,and they are so wonderful,,,,And Phillips,,,wow,

Always touching to hear this. Gonna see guy penrod tomorrow.cant wait

God bless you Guy penrod

el mejor gaither vocal band de siempre

That He loves us so much is all we need in this life, our Savior LIVES!

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 love my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ God's one and only begotten son died for me and the world... Give God the Glory ❤

This is a great rendition by GVB of “the old rugged cross”! Mark, Guy and David all shine, individually on their solos and collectively with their powerful voices joined together towards the end of the hymn. Beautiful and expressive performance!! ❤❤❤❤

I praise God for that old rugged cross.

God is indeed worthy to be praised, Keep singing Gaithers, my soul is watered everytime I listen to your songs.

What is happening in Wilmore KY at Asbury is the beginning of His return!

Who still believes this in 2021!

@joelngwenya6158

3 жыл бұрын

I do I think that this is the best vocal band lineup ever powerful song and great singers I have ever heard in my life😇

oh He changed me! tears roll down as i listen to that part

2:52 is why david phelps is the best tenor ever

@forceknt31

4 жыл бұрын

Dylan I’ve heard many other versions of them singing this tune. Here, David nails it out of nowhere. It’s the best! Other versions he slides into it and it doesn’t sound as great, but still amazing. What’s sad is sometimes they have Wes try it, and it’s really out of his range... he comes in pitchy and really doesn’t have the support that David does. He really is a master tenor! And this is by far the best lineup & version of this tune!

@capitoldiver

4 жыл бұрын

Nobody can touch David Phelps! Truly phenomenal!!!!!!!

@jponz85

3 жыл бұрын

@@capitoldiver David Phelps can't be touched in singing or swimming lol

I am simply blessed. Thank you Jesus

@corynbredenkamp3464

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jesus! Let me cling to that old rugged cross! Guy & David the best!!

The prettiest and most anointed song ever! Touches my heart deep within. Something about that old rugged cross where Jesus gave His life for and me. How I love that old cross yes and I will cling to the old rugged cross and someday I will exchange it for my crown. Thank You for the Cross Lord....

Beautiful song and I thank God Almighty for that hill called Mount calvary.

Sounds like Heaven Come Lord Jesus !

I REMEMBER HEARING THIS SONG IN MY HEAD, AND, THINKING ABOUT MY GRANDMA, AND, THINKING ON CHRISTMAS DAY 2001, SHE'S CROSSED THAT FINAL RIVER!

MARK LOWRY MAKES THIS SONG BEAUTIFUL! GUY AND DAVID WERE OKAY ON THIS SONG, BUT, MARK MADE THIS SONG BEYTIFUL FOR ME!

honor and glory to Jesus!!

BEUTIFUL

It's so Amazing~!!!

Sing it Guy¡¡ , please, Sing it¡¡

they all snapped

this song makes me cry every time i hear it

this is gods voice sang through his children.. and its beautiful

Melts my heart praise God. Atlanta event I think! Bill you white good music.

Jesus showed His angel today!

all those who clicked unlike, obviously not born again christians

No one can replace him.

Sorry no one is better than Guy Penrod. Bill can bring in whoever he wants but Guy is the Gaither Vocal Band!

@gemini2012100

7 жыл бұрын

Amen! Does Bill even sing? Or does he just stand there and move his mouth? Maybe they turn his mike off.

@KareniyaMusic

7 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it seems like they do. In this video you can hear him though.

I'm still clinging to the old rugged cross! Powerful/explosive/anointed singing. Blessings

Unbelievable! Gets me lifted every time! Praise God!

David is great :) his range and control is amazing! I can't really explain why I like Wes better but I do like the blend better with Wes... Which makes the current group great: Wes AND David :P

I 'll still cling...and cling to that cross into wherever it takes me.

You know if phelps wants to wear whatever keep singing that high tenor to praise God and your good brother

@craigshiver5647

6 жыл бұрын

I agree with you on that with that kind of voice is just awsome

The absolute BEST version of this song, hands down!!

Amen love you always my brothers in Christ, keep on for the Lord is near He will reward you soon and we will all be joined together in His heavenly kingdom, i am longing and forever waiting to meet with my King

This is my anthem!