He Lives
Lakewood Church Lyrics
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To nobles would humbly bow their knee
For the young man who ever knew a Savior
He is alive in me
More than the man who walked on water
Or the one who 'cause blinded eyes to see
Greater than all the signs and wonders
He lives, He lives
He conquered the grace, He covered our sins
He lives, He lives
Death would not hold the promise within, He lives
More than the man who heard Hosanna
From the same who cried, ‽Crucify the Kingâ€
Freely He gave as they demanded
Still He's alive in me
More than the man, mankind rejected
With nails in His hands and through His feet
But the end told much more than they expected
For everyone knows that three days He rose
With power forever to redeem, yeah, you and me
He lives, He lives
He conquered the race, He covered our sins
He lives, He lives
Death would not hold the promise within, woah
He lives, He lives
He conquered the race, He covered our sins
He lives, He lives
Death could not hold the promise within, He's alive
He's alive, Death where is your king, He's alive
Gave you victory, He's alive
Jesus holds the keys
He raised for ever and ever
Death where is your king, He's alive
Gave you victory, He's alive
Jesus holds the keys
He raised for ever and ever
Death where is your king, He's alive
Gave you victory, He's alive
Jesus holds the keys
He raised for ever and ever
He lives, He lives, He lives
The song "He Lives" by Lakewood Church is a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and its continuing impact on believers. The opening lines reference the nativity story, where Christ was born and nobles came to bow before him. But the song quickly transitions into a meditation on the many other powerful events that Jesus experienced in his life, including healing the blind and walking on water. The song asserts that all of these miracles are eclipsed by the fact that Jesus is still alive within the singer and all believers.
The lyrics emphasize the fact that, despite the many times that humanity has rejected and persecuted Jesus, he remains eternal and victorious. "Death would not hold the promise within," the song declares, emphasizing that even the ultimate human limitation of death has no power over Christ's continuing presence and influence.
Overall, the message of the song is one of immense hope and joy. It celebrates the fact that Jesus conquered death and has given believers access to "victory." The phrase "He's alive" repeats over and over like a joyful mantra, and the repetitive chorus serves to drive home the song's core message.
Line by Line Meaning
More than a day He in a manger
Jesus Christ's significance does not only originate from the moment He was born in the manger
To nobles would humbly bow their knee
Even the most influential and powerful people recognize the importance of bowing down to Jesus Christ
For the young man who ever knew a Savior
Jesus Christ is not only the Savior of past generations; He also saves the youth of today
He is alive in me
Jesus Christ continues to live within us and our faith
More than the man who walked on water
Jesus Christ's greatness and significance goes beyond His miracles
Or the one who 'cause blinded eyes to see
Even though Jesus Christ performed miraculous acts, His impact goes beyond physical healing
Greater than all the signs and wonders
Jesus Christ's significance goes beyond the miracles and signs He performed
He lives, He lives
Jesus Christ is alive and continues to exist in the world today
He conquered the grace, He covered our sins
Jesus Christ's death on the cross was the ultimate victory over sin and ensured our redemption
Death would not hold the promise within, He lives
Jesus Christ's resurrection was a fulfillment and proof of His promise of eternal life
More than the man who heard Hosanna
Jesus Christ's greatness goes beyond the praise given to Him during His triumphal entry into Jerusalem
From the same who cried, ‽Crucify the Kingâ€
Some people's perception of Jesus Christ changed from adoration to rejection and condemnation
Freely He gave as they demanded
Jesus Christ gave Himself up willingly despite demands of His persecutors
Still He's alive in me
Jesus Christ continues to live in the hearts and minds of His followers
More than the man, mankind rejected
Jesus Christ's importance is not diminished by people's rejection of Him
With nails in His hands and through His feet
Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross is proof of His love and salvation
But the end told much more than they expected
Despite the negative outcome of Jesus Christ's death, His resurrection was a greater impact
For everyone knows that three days He rose
The reality of Jesus Christ's resurrection is known and accepted by many
With power forever to redeem, yeah, you and me
Jesus Christ's resurrection provided eternal life and redemption for all humans
He's alive, Death where is your king
Jesus Christ's triumph over death is a powerful testament to His significance and power
Gave you victory, He's alive
Jesus Christ's resurrection gives believers victory over death and sin
Jesus holds the keys
Jesus Christ has power and authority over all things, including life and death
He raised for ever and ever
Jesus Christ's resurrection provides eternal life and hope for all believers
Contributed by Stella M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.