It Is Well

This rendition of the classic hymn anchors itself in the steadfast declaration that, regardless of life's turmoil, the soul remains secure. The opening image of peace flowing like a river contrasts with sorrows that crash like ocean waves, yet the response is the same: a quiet, repeated affirmation of inner well-being. The middle verse turns to the heart of the gospel, finding bliss in the realization that sin—not partially, but entirely—is fastened to the cross, releasing the believer from its burden. The song culminates in an eager look toward the day when faith becomes sight, when the sky unfurls and the trumpet signals Christ's return, and even then, the refrain holds. It's a journey from present trials through the finished work of Calvary to future hope, all wrapped in a confession that transcends circumstances. The Newsboys' version preserves the hymn's timeless theology while delivering it with a contemporary energy that invites congregational participation, making the ancient words resonate anew.