"Awesome Go" was a popular worship song in America during the late-1980s, composed by the late Rich Mullins and considered one of his best. Its title is inspired by a biblical expression (Nehemiah 1:5, Nehemiah 9:32, Psalm 47, Daniel 9:4, etc.), variously translated as "Awesome God", (JPS, in the old-fashioned meaning "awe-inspiring"), "great" (KJV), among other alternatives. Many Christian bands have performed "cover" versions in various styles, from ska to swing to straight rock and traditional worship style. Its lyrics are simple, clear and repetitive to emphasize its description of the nature of the Judeo-Christian God (sometimes called Yhwh). The song touches on aspects of the Judeo-Christian God not so commonly addressed by some sects of Christianity such "lightning in His fists" and the destruction of "Sodom". The song contains references to the trinity, crucification, apocalypse, and original sin. It is "biblical" insofar as its words are based in part on translations of the Bible, and it refers to assertions and descriptions there.