Celebrate Jesus
Gary Oliver Lyrics


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Celebrate Jesus celebrate
Celebrate Jesus celebrate
Celebrate Jesus celebrate
Celebrate Jesus celebrate

He is risen He is risen
And He lives forevermore
He is risen He is risen

Come on and celebrate
Come on and celebrate




Come on and celebrate
The resurrection of our Lord

Overall Meaning

The song "Celebrate Jesus" by Gary Oliver is a call to praise and worship the resurrected Christ. The repeated phrase "Celebrate Jesus celebrate" emphasizes the joy and excitement that the singer feels about the event of Jesus' resurrection which is the foundation of the Christian faith. The song encourages believers to not only acknowledge Jesus as the risen savior, but also to celebrate the occasion by singing, dancing, clapping, and raising hands in unison.


In the second verse, the song reiterates that Jesus is risen and He lives forevermore. This line reminds believers that the resurrection of Jesus is not just a one-time event, but a powerful ongoing reality. The celebration is not just for Easter Sunday but is an everyday occasion. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus secured eternal life for believers and His presence continues to guide and comfort them even now.


Overall, "Celebrate Jesus" is a lively and upbeat song that encourages believers to join together to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, the cornerstone of Christian faith.


Line by Line Meaning

Celebrate Jesus celebrate
Let's have a joyous and lively time in honor of Jesus, our Lord and Savior


He is risen He is risen
Jesus has overcome death and has been resurrected


And He lives forevermore
Jesus is alive and will continue to exist for eternity


Come on and celebrate
Let's enjoy the festivities with enthusiasm


The resurrection of our Lord
We are celebrating Jesus' triumph over death by his resurrection




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