"Adonai" is a song by Petra. It was written and composed by the band's guitarist and vocalist Bob Hartman. The song was released in 1985 as part of the band's seventh album, Beat the System.
Lyrics[]
Words and music by Bob Hartman
This thirsting within my soul
Won't cease til I've been made whole
To know you, to walk with you
To please you in all I do
You uphold the righteous and your faithfulness shall endure
(Chorus)
Adonai, Master of the earth and sky
You alone are worthy, Adonai
Adonai, let creation testify
Let your majesty be magnified in me
Adonai, you are an endless mystery
Unchanging consuming fire
Lift me up from mud and mire
Set my feet upon your rock, let me dwell in your righteousness
When the storms surround me, speak the word and they will be still
And this thirst and hunger is a longing only you can fill
Credits[]
- Greg X. Volz – Lead vocals, vocal arrangements
- Bob Hartman – Lead guitars, background vocals
- Mark Kelly – Background vocals
- John Lawry – Keyboard overdubs, background vocals
- Carl Marsh – Arrangements, Fairlight synthesizer programming
Other versions[]
Remake[]
In 2010, the song was remade and recorded by Classic Petra in the album Back to the Rock. This version features John Lawry on keyboards.
Live version[]
"Adonai" was featured in the 2011 live album Back to the Rock Live by Classic Petra.