During the next two decades Carman changed the face of Christian music and evolved contemporary evangelism into what it is today. Carman established "Carman World Outreach," a non-profit organization that helps touch the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. Billboard Magazine recognized Carman's influence in Christian music by first naming him "Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year" in 1990. He has received numerous gold and platinum albums and videos. Even with all this success, the heartbeat of this Champion for Christ continues to beat strong for the souls of people who need Jesus. As an outflow of this passion, Carman had more than 50,000 people attend his "Music for Peace" crusade in Johannesburg, South Africa. These numbers topped the charts as his largest concert crusade ever, until more than 70,000 people packed the legendary Texas Stadium, making it the largest Christian concert in history.
For over 26 years, Carman has entertained, encouraged and preached the Gospel to millions-crossing denominational, cultural and ethnic lines. During this time, he has never compromised the call to take the Gospel to every person.
Carman died on February 16, 2021 (28 days after his 65th birthday) in a Las Vegas hospital, after a series of complications resulting from surgery to repair a hiatal hernia. He was survived by his ex-wife, five stepchildren and ten step-grandchildren.
Just Like He Said
Carman Lyrics
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They thought that He would be gone for sure
They thought that He would be gone forever
And would not come back anymore
They put Him deep in the grave and left Him
They put Him deep in the grave and went
They put Him deep in the grave and left Him
Never would see Him again
Then just like He said
He would rise from the dead
He's alive in glory forever
Just like He said
He would rise from the dead
He's alive in glory forever
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I believe it
Yeah, yeah, yeah, it's true
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I believe it
Just like He said He would do
He would do
Just like He said He would do
No one believed He would be returning
No one believed, didn't want to know
No one believed He would be returning
How could this ever be so
But then one day all the angels shouted
But then one day all across the sky
But then one day all the angels shouted
He who was dead in the grave is alive
He who was dead is alive
Christ said, "Prepare yourself to be amazed"
Destroy this temple and I
Will raise it in only three days"
He has risen
Christ has risen
And He's alive evermore
The lyrics to Carman's song "Just Like He Said" describe the resurrection of Jesus Christ after His crucifixion and burial. The first two verses set the scene of Jesus being put in the grave and His followers thinking that He wouldn't be returning. The chorus proclaims that Jesus did, in fact, rise from the dead just like He said He would, and is now alive forever in glory. The third verse talks about the disbelief of some people regarding Jesus' return, but then the angels announced that He is alive. The song ends by referencing the words of Jesus in John 2:19, where He prophesied that He would rise from the dead in three days.
The lyrics of "Just Like He Said" emphasize the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which serves as a cornerstone of Christian faith. The song invites listeners to believe in the resurrection, just like the lyrics state, "I believe it, it's true." Additionally, the song celebrates the fulfillment of Jesus' prophecy, demonstrating that His words can be trusted and that God keeps His promises. The lyrics also convey the message of hope and assurance that believers can take comfort in knowing that Jesus conquered death and offers eternal life.
Line by Line Meaning
They thought that He would be gone forever
People believed that Jesus would never come back to life after His death.
They thought that He would be gone for sure
People strongly believed that after Jesus was put in the grave, He would never return.
They put Him deep in the grave and left Him
Jesus' body was buried and people left Him there.
And never thought they would see Him again
Never would see Him again
People never thought they would see Jesus again because they thought He was gone for good.
Then just like He said
He would rise from the dead
He's alive in glory forever
Jesus rose from the dead just like He promised, and He is now alive forever in heaven.
No one believed He would be returning
No one believed, didn't want to know
People didn't believe that Jesus would come back to life after His death.
How could this ever be so
People couldn't understand how Jesus could come back to life after being buried in a tomb.
But then one day all the angels shouted
He who was dead in the grave is alive
The angels announced that Jesus rose from the dead and is alive.
Christ said, "Prepare yourself to be amazed"
Destroy this temple and I
Will raise it in only three days"
Jesus prophesied that He would rise from the dead three days after His crucifixion, and He did.
He has risen
Christ has risen
And He's alive evermore
Jesus is alive and will live forever more.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I believe it
Yeah, yeah, yeah, it's true
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I believe it
Just like He said He would do
He would do
Just like He said He would do
The singer believes that Jesus rose from the dead just like He promised He would.
Contributed by Aaron A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.