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By Faith is another song by Keith and Kristyn Getty.
An anthemic song which seeks to affirm that link between that which is believed and that which is done.
While we are saved by grace through faith alone, and that faith rests on Christ’s finished work and embraces as true that which is not seen, yet that work of saving grace is always accompanied by a transforming power that sees God’s people respond with works of ministry and mission.
The Getty Music website page for this song contains a brief behind the scenes story about its composition.
Links on that page will enable you to purchase sheet music or obtain free resources.

The lyrics:
1.
By faith we see the hand of God
In the light of creation’s grand design
In the lives of those who prove His faithfulness
Who walk by faith and not by sight
2.
By faith our fathers roamed the earth
With the power of His promise in their hearts
Of a holy city built by God’s own hand
A place where peace and justice reign
Chorus.
We will stand as children of the promise
We will fix our eyes on Him our soul’s reward
Till the race is finished and the work is done
We’ll walk by faith and not by sight
3.
By faith the prophets saw a day
When the longed-for Messiah would appear
With the power to break the chains of sin and death
And rise triumphant from the grave
4.
By faith the church was called to go
In the power of the Spirit to the lost
To deliver captives and to preach good news
In every corner of the earth
Chorus.
We will stand…
5.
By faith this mountain shall be moved
And the power of the gospel shall prevail
For we know in Christ all things are possible
For all who call upon His name
Chorus.
We will stand…

Here’s a performance of the song featuring the Gettys. It has a long instrumental introduction.