Because He Lives
Gaither Vocal Band & Bill Gaither Trio Lyrics
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He came to love, heal and forgive
He lived and died to buy my pardon
An empty grave is there to prove my savior lives
Because he lives
I can face tomorrow
Because he lives
Because i know he holds the future
And life is worth the living
Just because he lives
How sweet to hold a newborn baby
And feel the pride and joy he gives
But greater still the calm assurance
This child can face uncertain day because he lives
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 the living
Just because he lives
And then one day I'll cross the river
I'll fight life's final war with pain
And then, as death gives way to vict'ry
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 the living
Just because he lives
The lyrics to "Because He Lives" by Gaither Vocal Band & Bill Gaither Trio are all about the hope and reassurance that comes with the knowledge that Jesus Christ is alive and well. It begins by acknowledging the story of Christ's birth, his life of love and forgiveness, and his sacrifice on the cross to buy the pardon of humanity. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "because he lives," which serves as a reminder that because of Christ's resurrection, we can face tomorrow with confidence and without fear.
The second verse of the song paints a picture of the joy and pride that comes with holding a newborn baby. But the lyrics also highlight the greater assurance that comes with knowing that this child can face an uncertain future because of Christ's life and resurrection. The final verse of the song looks forward to the day when the singer will cross the river of death and enter into eternal life with Christ. The lyrics express the belief that death is not the end, but rather a victory that leads to glory.
Overall, "Because He Lives" is a hymn of hope and faith that reminds listeners of the power of Christ's resurrection to give meaning and purpose to life. The lyrics encourage us to face life's uncertainties with confidence and to look forward to the day when we will be reunited with Christ in glory.
Line by Line Meaning
God sent his son, they called him Jesus
The divine sent His son who was named Jesus
He came to love, heal and forgive
He came to the world to provide love, heal and pardon
He lived and died to buy my pardon
He went through life and death to gain liberation for me
An empty grave is there to prove my savior lives
An abandoned grave is present to testify that my rescuer is still alive
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 the living
Just because he lives
Due to His existence, I can confront whatever comes ahead, no more fear as I am assured that He controls the future and life has meaning.
How sweet to hold a newborn baby
And feel the pride and joy he gives
But greater still the calm assurance
This child can face uncertain day because he lives
Although it's pleasant to hold a newborn infant and feel happy, it is more significant to have the calm confidence that the innocent being can tackle the unknown future due to the existence of my rescuer.
And then one day I'll cross the river
I'll fight life's final war with pain
And then, as death gives way to vict'ry
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know he reigns
At some point in life, I'll pass over the river and fight with the final ailment. And as soon as demise leads us to success, I will encounter paradise and verify that He is the Ruler.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, MUSIC SERVICES, INC.
Written by: Chris Tomlin, Daniel Carson, Ed Cash, Gloria Gaither, Jason Ingram, Matt Maher, William J. Gaither
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Kyrie eleison
Tears rolling on my cheek...
I'm glad to be a Christian. Jesus is Lord!
AJA
my grandpa loved the Gaithers. this song all makes me tear up thinking about that day when weβll finally see our Saviorβs face in glory.
BanquetNZ
Brazil started to quarantine a couple of days ago and all Brazilians got the viral invitation through social media to go to their windows at 8pm and sing βBecause He livesβ together!
MaurΓcio Lopes
Nós louvamos ao Senhor com esta obra prima com a assinatura do Senhor. Deus nos abençoe!!!
TyThe06Animator Alt
If you listen βWe can Face uncertain Daysβ
Coronavirus.
We will prevail with God!
AlphaPF Studios
@TyThe06Animator Alt YESSSSSS!!!!!!π₯²π₯²π₯²π₯²π₯²
Linda Hadland
So beautifully sung and to hear the Congregation singing too lifted my β₯οΈ right up. Thank you for sharing. God Bless you all. ππ
kueagle1
This is such an awesome song. I listened to it weekly when I was in Iraq. I got so much strength from it. It gave me courage then. The song continues to do so.
Lesa Jackson
Thank you for your service! God's protection is amazing if we try and continue to stay in His will! He surely lives! If people would only believe they would see for the first time! May God Bless you and keep you safe. We love our Veterans!
Mary Pardee-peterson
More than ever, I need to hear this blessed hymn