Dallas grew up in Minnesota. In 1965, at the age of sixteen, he was pursuing a music career in local rock bands. Dallas remembers, "One night the pastor of our church sat down and talked with me about my life, my goals, and Jesus. On October 17, 1965, I committed my life and my music to the Lord. I've never looked back."
After Bible college and a short stint as youth pastor, Dallas joined David Wilkerson in his youth crusades in 1970. He traveled and ministered with Wilkerson for ten years. During that time he formed Dallas Holm and Praise in 1976. Dallas says, "It amazes me that even with such turnover in the Christian music industry and such diversity within the church, God keeps this ministry effective year after year. I love what I do now more than ever and consider it a privilege to be a co-laborer with Christ."
Dallas has earned his influence in today's Christian music throughout more than 30 years of writing, singing and ministry in some 3,000 concerts in every state in the USA, as well as many countries abroad. His 37 recordings have garnered gold records, multiple Dove awards, Grammy nominations, number one songs, and countless accolades. During his travels, Dallas also speaks and teaches what God has taught him in his journey.
Holm's creativity and diversity offer everything from inspirational to blues, from country to reggae. Whatever the style, it all points to Christ and the Cross. Songs like "Rise Again," "I Saw the Lord," "Here We Are," and "Before Your Throne" remind us that it's all about Jesus. Holm's songs focus on His life, His death and resurrection, and His desire for intimate relationship with us.
God has used Holm to shape the landscape of today's Christian music. Greg Long of Avalon says, "I rededicated my life to the Lord at a Dallas Holm concert." Dallas has touched the lives of such influential stars as Steven Curtis Chapman, who says, "He's still a hero to me." Twila Paris, who opened for Dallas Holm and Praise when she was a fledging artist, remembers his album, For Teens Only (1971) as the first contemporary Christian recording she heard.
Dallas says, "When people come up to me after a concert and tell me they've given their life to the Lord during the concert, I'm humbled and amazed."[1] Letters pour in from around the world telling of marriages saved and lives changed. Comments that keep Holm focused, fresh and committed to his calling are those that express how God used him to save their kids or, as kids often write, to save their parents.
His family, his role as husband, father and grandfather, take precedence for Dallas. "If I reached the whole world but lost my own family, I'd consider myself a failure. Early on, I set a priority system that put God first, family second, and ministry third. If I'm not the husband and father I need to be in my own home, I have no right to proclaim truths of the Kingdom to others."
This arrangement has worked well for Dallas and Linda since their marriage in 1969. They now have two grown children, Jeffrey (his fishing buddy) and Jennifer. Jennifer and her husband Jason have two children, Jacob and Sophia. Holm says, "I was my son's age when I started in full-time ministry. Now I have grandchildren." He and Linda travel to concerts across the country.
Dallas is quick to point out, "It's been a remarkable journey, yet it hasn't all been easy. When people hear my music or see me on TV or in concert, they don't realize those are just moments in a life. I've had struggles, heartaches, and disappointments just like everyone else. Linda has fought an on-going 19-year battle surviving cancer. But Christ remains preeminent in all things. No matter what has happened, what I'm going through now, or what I may endure tomorrow "nothing can separate me from the love of Christ."
Dallas reminds us, "In Chariots of Fire Eric Liddell said, "When I run, I feel God's pleasure." I say, "When I write, sing and play these songs, I feel His pleasure."
Rise Again
Dallas Holm Lyrics
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Laugh at Me, where you stand
Go ahead, and say it isn't Me
The day will come, when you will see
'Cause I'll rise, again
Ain't no power on earth can tie Me down
Yes, I'll rise, again
Go ahead, and mock My name
My love for you is still the same
Go ahead, and bury Me
But very soon, I will be free
'Cause I'll rise, again
Ain't no power on earth can tie Me down
Yes, I'll rise, again
Death can't keep Me in the ground
Go ahead, and say I'm dead and gone
But you will see that you were wrong
Go ahead, try to hide the Son
But all will see that I'm the One
'Cause I'll come again
Ain't no power on earth can keep me back
Yes, I'll come again
Come to take My people back
The song “Rise Again” by Dallas Holm speaks of the resurrection or rising again of Jesus, from the perspective of those who mocked or disbelieved Him. The first verse is addressed to those who nailed Jesus' hands to the cross and laughed at Him while He suffered. The verse goes on to say that they may deny that it was Him who was crucified, but the day will come when they will realize their mistake and see the truth. The chorus then declares with certainty that Jesus will rise again, and no power on earth can keep Him down.
The second verse is directed towards those who mock Jesus' name and think He is buried and gone forever. The verse reminds us that His love for us remains unchanged, and that very soon, He will be free from the grasp of death. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the determination and power of Jesus to conquer death and rise again.
The third verse is a warning to those who try to deny or hide the truth of Jesus' resurrection. The verse declares that Jesus will come again, and no power on earth can keep Him back. He will come to take His people back, and everyone will see that He is the one true Savior.
Overall, “Rise Again” is a powerful testimony to the hope and assurance that we have in Jesus' resurrection. It is a reminder that no matter how much we may doubt, deny or mock Him, He will rise again, and His love for us will never falter.
Line by Line Meaning
Go ahead, drive the nails in My hands
You may harm me in any way you want and continue to inflict pain on me.
Laugh at Me, where you stand
Mock me right now, right where you stand.
Go ahead, and say it isn't Me
You can deny and reject me whenever you want.
The day will come, when you will see
A day will come when you'll regret rejecting me and denying my existence.
'Cause I'll rise, again
I'll be back again after my resurrection.
Ain't no power on earth can tie Me down
No power or entity can stop me from coming back.
Yes, I'll rise, again
I will surely return.
Death can't keep Me in the ground
Death cannot permanently stop me from returning.
Go ahead, and mock My name
You can defame and ridicule my name all you want.
My love for you is still the same
My feelings for you remain constant despite your mockery and rejection.
Go ahead, and bury Me
You can put me in grave and try to get rid of me.
But very soon, I will be free
However, I will soon be free to come back again.
'Cause I'll rise, again
I will rise again after my resurrection.
Ain't no power on earth can tie Me down
No power or entity can stop me from coming back.
Yes, I'll rise, again
I will surely return.
Death can't keep Me in the ground
Death cannot permanently stop me from returning.
Go ahead, and say I'm dead and gone
You can say that I am dead and have gone forever.
But you will see that you were wrong
You will realize that you were wrong and that I am still alive.
Go ahead, try to hide the Son
You can attempt to conceal me entirely.
But all will see that I'm the One
Despite your efforts to hide me, everyone will witness that I am the only one.
'Cause I'll come again
I will come again to visit my people.
Ain't no power on earth can keep me back
No force can escape me from returning.
Yes, I'll come again
I will certainly return.
Come to take My people back
I will return to take my followers back with me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DALLAS HOLM
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craiggremillion
no images,are you catholic, cause they have doctrines of DEMONS
craiggremillion
why use unbiblical pictures of JESUS
Loved Of God.
Go ahead, drive the nails in My hands;
Laugh at me, where you stand.
Go ahead, and say it isn't Me;
The day will come, when you will see.
'Cause I'll rise, again,
Ain't no power on earth can keep Me down!
Yes, I'll rise, again,
Death can't keep Me in the ground.
Go ahead, mock My name;
My love for you is still the same.
Go ahead, and bury Me;
But very soon, I will be free!
'Cause I'll rise, again;
Ain't no power on earth can keep Me down!
Yes, I'll rise, again;
Death can't keep Me in the ground.
Go ahead, and say I'm dead and gone,
But you will see that you were wrong.
Go ahead, try to hide the Son;
But all will see that I'm the One!
'Cause I'll come again!
Ain't no power on earth can keep me back!
Yes, I'll come again;
Come to take My people back.
Marinda Mercer
My Daddy used to sing this song all the time. And now he sings in heaven. 😊
Mark Lingenfelter
I am not a christian currently, but this is the one song that could make me turn that corner. It touches my heart each and every time i listen to it.
Vance Harrison
One of the most beautiful Christian tunes ever written.It still blesses me, God bless you,Dallas Holm & Praise.
eric777100763
Thanks Jesus for saving me!!!
sugarmama2011
Wow. I am swept back to my childhood when my Mom first accepted Christ as Savior and this song rang softly through the house. Happy, happy times! Praise God She is now face to face with Jesus as of last Saturday morning at 1:20 am. Had the pleasure of listening to this song during her funeral services. Precious.
Michael Carraway
God changed my life yesterday! Thank You Lord
lapaz deguerra
Michael Carraway thank you for encouraging me!
Joanna's Craft Animal Ark
this is so deep for me, i so much want to go see Jesus in heaven, i am so glad He did what he did for us