: An instruction to look for hope even when it feels obscured. Lasting Impact
: A reminder to focus only on the immediate next movement. : An instruction to look for hope even
The song was born from a period of intense personal crisis. Jenn Johnson wrote the lyrics during a time when her husband, Brian, was suffering from a severe nervous breakdown. Jenn Johnson wrote the lyrics during a time
In 2017, Brian and Jenn Johnson , co-founders of Bethel Music , released their solo album After All These Years . Among its most resonant tracks is a song that has since become an anthem of hope for many facing mental health struggles and deep personal loss. The Story Behind the Song The Story Behind the Song : Unlike traditional
: Unlike traditional congregational worship songs, Jenn intended this as a "message" specifically to reach those in dark places, including people battling depression or suicidal thoughts.
You're Gonna be Okay | Brian & Jenn Johnson [David Dam Cover]
: Jenn began singing the phrase "you're gonna be okay" to herself as a prophetic statement of hope while driving home during the height of their struggle.