Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Because He Lives
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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And feel the pride and the joy that he gives
Oh but greater still, the calm assurance
We can face uncertain days because He lives
And because He lives, I can face tomorrow
Because He lives, all fear is gone
Because I know He holds the future
And then one day, I'll cross that river
I'll fight life's final war with pain
And then as death gives way to victory
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He reigns
Because He lives, I can face tomorrow
Because He lives, all fear is gone
Because I know He holds the future
And life is worth a living just because He lives
He lives, He lives
The song "Because He Lives" by Bill and Gloria Gaither is a powerful Christian hymn that speaks about the hope and strength that one can receive from their belief in Jesus and his resurrection. The first verse of the song talks about the joy and pride that one feels when holding a newborn baby, but the calm assurance that comes from knowing Jesus can help them face uncertain days is even greater. The chorus of the song emphasizes that because Jesus lives, fear no longer has power over us, and we can face tomorrow with confidence. The second verse speaks to the inevitability of death, but it also offers hope in the promise of eternal life and victory over pain. The final chorus repeats the message of the first, emphasizing the life-sustaining power that comes from knowing Jesus is alive.
Line by Line Meaning
How sweet to hold a newborn baby
It's a wonderful feeling to hold a newborn baby.
And feel the pride and the joy that he gives
The pride and joy that a newborn baby gives is unforgettable.
Oh but greater still, the calm assurance
However, there's an even greater feeling of calm assurance.
We can face uncertain days because He lives
We can face uncertain days and troubles because He is always here for us.
And because He lives, I can face tomorrow
I have faith to face tomorrow because I know that He is with me.
Because He lives, all fear is gone
Knowing that He is with us, all our fears disappear.
Because I know He holds the future
We can trust Him to lead us towards our future.
And life is worth a living just because He lives
Because of Him, life is worth living and full of hope.
And then one day, I'll cross that river
Someday, I will cross the river of death.
I'll fight life's final war with pain
I will fight the final battle of life with pain and difficulty.
And then as death gives way to victory
As death leads to victory, my faith will be rewarded.
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He reigns
Then I will see the light of glory and know that He reigns.
He lives, He lives
He is always with us.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Gloria Gaither, William J. Gaither
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Major Old Lady aka, Mom
Thank you, Drs. Bill and Gloria Gaither (and the full cast and crew) for the 700+ songs that you have given to our World, so we can enter into His Holy Presence with one single musical note.
It's 12:15 Seattle time.
Easter Sunday! Yahoo, and a hallelujah praise.
We are all sinners... saved by His wonderful Grace.
Look For Me, For I will Be There, Too.
We sure miss those singers that have gone on before us.
They are now Sheltered Safe within The Arms of God.
So, let the storms rage high. The dark clouds rise... They Don't Worry Me!
God's Got This!
Amen, anyone?
Lots of love, huge hugs and proliferous prayers to you and yours, y'all, from your eternal sister in Christ somewhere near Seattle.
👍 ⚘🙏❤🙏⚘ 👍
L W
Hallelujah! Because He lives, I can face tomorrow. Thank you Jesus. Great singing.❤
Carla Landry
Amen Amen and always 🙏👼😇🛐✝️🌻🌹
Stacy Wilson
This song is so ,so true ,Praise the Lord !!!!!!!
Cutie Berry
My savior lives, all fears is gone, thank you Lord🙏🙏
JORDAN 250
This easily has to be one of the 5 greatest songs ever written. An absolute masterpiece from start to finish. Nearly every lyric gives you chills.
Romaine Worth
Jesus alive alive Matt 28;6 RESURRECTION
Romaine Worth
@Priscillah Ndirangu ❤ GOD glorified
Priscillah Ndirangu
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Morning
Greta Alcindor
Oh yes that's sooo true, Happy Easter to you, God bless you 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Am.hotsauce
Thanking God everyday for waking up to a new beautiful day ❤