He began his career as a comedian during this period. As he waited for the sound technician in the church to change the track, he would have several seconds of time to fill. As he recalls:
'Those few seconds of "dead air" can feel like hours when you're on stage facing a crowd -- so, to fill time, I'd start talking about my life and my testimony. People would laugh... and I finally realized I was on to something.'
Lowry joined the Gaither Vocal Band in 1988 to fill the baritone position. He left the band in 2001, to be replaced by Russ Taff.
During the band's performances, Lowry's antics on stage were well received by the audiences, and they eventually became the highlight of the show. He has co-hosted more than sixty Gaither Homecoming videos with Bill Gaither, and has been Gaither's comic foil in many Homecoming concert dates — so much so that the duo of "Gaither and Lowry" was sometimes referred to as the Christian version of Martin and Lewis.
Also during this period, Lowry performed a number of solo concerts.
Lowry has recorded six comedy and music videos. Mouth In Motion, The Last Word, and Remotely Controlled are certified Gold (more than 50,000 units sold). Mark Lowry On Broadway was certified Gold quickly after its release and later certified Platinum (more than 100,000 units sold). His most recent video is called Mark Lowry Goes To Hollywood, which was released on September 12, 2005. True to form, Lowry joked that all of his videos have gone "aluminum".
Lowry's father Charles is an attorney in Lynchburg, and his mother Beverly speaks and sings around the United States for various conferences. Beverly Lowry has sung duets on video with her son on two occasions.
Additionally, Lowry has two siblings:
* Mike, his older brother who lives in Lynchburg, Virginia with his wife and four children.
* Melissa, his younger sister, who also lives in Lynchburg with her husband and two children.
Mary Did You Know?
Mark Lowry Lyrics
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Will one day walk on water?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your baby boy
Has come to make you new?
This child that you've delivered
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will give sight to a blind man?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will calm a storm with His hand?
Did you know that your baby boy
Has walked where angels trod?
When you kissed your little baby
You've kissed the face of God
The blind will see, the deaf will hear
And the dead will live again
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak
The praises of the Lamb
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Is Lord of all creation?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy
Is Heaven's perfect Lamb?
This sleeping child you're holding
Is the great 'I Am'
Mark Lowry's "Mary Did You Know?" is a beautiful and thought-provoking Christmas carol that wonders if Mary, the mother of Jesus, fully understood the significance of who her child would become. The song begins with asking Mary if she knew that her baby boy would one day walk on water and save our sons and daughters. It then continues by asking if she was aware that her baby boy would give sight to the blind man, calm the storm with his hand, walk where angels trod, and rule the nations. The song then goes on to state that Mary's baby boy is the Lord of all creation, the perfect Lamb of Heaven, and the great "I Am." Finally, the song concludes by pointing out that the blind will see, the deaf will hear, the dead will live again, and the lame will leap, all because of Mary's baby boy.
The lyrics of "Mary Did You Know?" invite us to join Mary in pondering the wonder of who Jesus was and what he came to do. They ask us to consider the significance of a baby born in a manger who would grow up to change the world. The song highlights Jesus' divine nature and the incredible acts of compassion and love he would perform in his life. Overall, the lyrics to "Mary Did You Know?" remind us of the power and beauty of the Christmas story and the joy of celebrating the birth of Jesus.
Line by Line Meaning
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will one day walk on water?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, will perform miracles that defy human explanations?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, will be the savior of humanity?
Did you know that your baby boy
Has come to make you new?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, will bring salvation to mankind and give new life to those who believe in him?
This child that you've delivered
Will soon deliver you
Your son, Jesus Christ, will not only be your biological child but also your savior.
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will give sight to a blind man?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, will perform miracles to heal the sick and give sight to the blind?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will calm a storm with His hand?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, will have the power to control nature and calm storms with a single gesture?
Did you know that your baby boy
Has walked where angels trod?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, has been to heaven and back, and will bring the message of salvation to mankind?
When you kissed your little baby
You've kissed the face of God
When you loved and nurtured your son, Jesus Christ, you were in the presence of God because He is divine.
The blind will see, the deaf will hear
And the dead will live again
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak
The praises of the Lamb
Jesus Christ will perform miraculous acts, heal the sick, and even raise the dead. Those who witness these acts will glorify and give thanks to him.
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Is Lord of all creation?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, is the ruler of the universe and the ultimate authority over all creation?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Will one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, will be the ultimate leader and King of all nations?
Did you know that your baby boy
Is Heaven's perfect Lamb?
Did you know that your son, Jesus Christ, is the sacrificial lamb sent by God to bring eternal salvation to humanity?
This sleeping child you're holding
Is the great 'I Am'
Your son, Jesus Christ, is God in human form, the creator of the universe and the embodiment of divinity.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Buddy Greene, Mark Lowry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@deepitts4140
I've enjoyed other versions, but no one sings this song like Mark Lowry. Such passion in telling the story, and when they hit those 2 high notes, the piano playing... it's chilling! I shouldn't need a song to tell me who He is, but this song captures His essence. You can almost see Mary holding our Savior! Such a testimony and ministry. Thank you, Mark!
@dovesong4jc
I LOVE HIS VERSION SO MUCH!!! They never play it on the radio and HE WROTE IT!!!! Thank you Brother Lowry!!!!
@djio5952
I met Mark Lowry as a kid; I spent a good hour with him and he was a kind man. My parents were obsessed with this song and played it all the time during Christmas, and had my sisters sing it all the time too (and learn it on piano so they could sing and play for them).
What I love most, though, is the "MEN WORKING" sign in the background for the next show's set.
@DrummingWriterTrekfan84
I read a story one time where a professional performer sung or spoke a passage of scripture. The audience gave him a standing ovation and cheers galor because his performance was so amazing. Then he went backstage and a little old gentleman that was a stage hand or custodian walked out onto the stage and spoke or sung the same passage of scripture. When he finished, there wasn't a dry eye in the audience. The older gentleman walked backstage and the professional performer met him and said "sir, you got the greatest form of applause any performer could ever receive. You moved the people into silent tears. How did you do that???" The old gentleman said "you know all the words, but I know the one who wrote them.". And I feel like there are many that perform this song "because they know words" and perform them well, but Mark knows who the one wrote the song.
@dougshockley3903
Mark Lowry is the only person who can sing this song and do this song and do it right and Mark with confidence in the one he believes in. Jesus
@weprelasuh1645
There is certainly a difference when a child of GOD sings this song. There is a revelation that you see. 'I see it'. Praise LORD JESUS forever!!
@kennethhunter6444
This song should be called Truth! Thank you Mark for giving us this glimpse of the Glory.
@anitachapman4372
The simple and humor speak very deeply through the laughter brings the Savior to us from a man, Mark Lowry, that loves Jesus.
@daizy8009
Wow, praise our Mighty King and Lord, Jesus Christ!!! I long to be with you for all eternity!!!!
@amartintx777
Mary, your baby boy is coming back soon. I can’t wait to see Him and meet you! Forgive me for my sins. Only thru you Jesus can I enter Heaven. All my hope and faith is in You, The Great I Am... in Jesus name, Amen.