Because He Lives
Michael Tait & George Beverly Shea 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, all fear is gone
Because I know He holds the future
How sweet to hold a newborn baby
And feel the pride and joy he brings
But greater still the calm assurance
This child can face uncertain days 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 victory
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know 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 life is worth the living just because He lives
The song "Because He Lives" is a Christian hymn that proclaims the hope and assurance that comes from the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The lyrics speak of how Jesus came to bring love, healing, and forgiveness to the world and went on to offer himself as a sacrifice to save all people from their sins. The empty grave serves as proof that Jesus is alive and that his promise of eternal life can be trusted.
The chorus of the song reinforces the message of hope that runs throughout the lyrics. It declares that because Jesus lives, we can face tomorrow without fear. Knowing that Jesus holds the future gives us the peace and confidence to live our lives to the fullest, despite the challenges and uncertainties that we may encounter.
The second verse of the song is particularly touching as it speaks of the joy of holding a newborn baby and the assurance that comes from knowing that even in the face of an uncertain future, that child can face life with confidence simply because Jesus lives.
Overall, "Because He Lives" is a powerful reminder of the hope and assurance that we have in Jesus Christ. It gives us the strength to face life's challenges, the comfort to face grief, and the joy to celebrate new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
God sent His son, they called Him, Jesus
Jesus was sent to earth by God and was given the name Jesus.
He came to love, heal and forgive
Jesus came to earth to express his love, heal those who were sick, and forgive people for their sins.
He lived and died to buy my pardon
Jesus lived a life like everyone else but died to forgive people for their sins and give them eternal life.
An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives
Jesus rose from the dead, leaving an empty grave, to prove that he is the savior of humanity.
Because He lives, I can face tomorrow
I can face every day of my life because Jesus gives me hope and strength.
Because He lives, all fear is gone
I do not have to be afraid because Jesus takes away my fear.
Because I know He holds the future
I am confident in my future because Jesus is in control.
And life is worth the living just because He lives
My life is valuable, and I can enjoy it because Jesus is alive.
How sweet to hold a newborn baby
It is lovely to hold a newborn baby and feel the joy and pride they bring.
And feel the pride and joy he brings
It is a proud and joyful experience to hold a newborn baby.
But greater still the calm assurance
Even greater than that feeling is the peace that comes from knowing Jesus is in control.
This child can face uncertain days because He Lives
The child can go through anything in life because Jesus is alive.
And then one day, I'll cross the river
One day, I will pass away and enter eternity.
I'll fight life's final war with pain
I will face death's struggle with my own physical pain.
And then, as death gives way to victory
But, as I die and battle with my own pain, Jesus will bring me to victory.
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He lives
I will see the heavenly lights and know that Jesus is alive, as I pass on from this life.
And life is worth the living just because He lives
My life is valuable, and I can enjoy it because Jesus is alive.
Contributed by Colton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@msconsciencious
I agree wiht the comment: the Lord gave Michael Tait the gift making just about anything sound great. May the Lord bless him.
@thiskiwigal
This song IS great anyway. It's just really great to have these two together. George Beverly Shea is a legend. Michael knows that.
@jd450lh
Just knowing Jesus is there for me, gives me the courage to face each day. PRAISE GOD FOR THE PLAN OF SALVATION!!! God Bless, Jeff :)
@Kurtis570
excellent song- we sang this in church today for easter and it has been stuck in my head all day.
@RollTider4
Michael tait could sing a phonebook and it would sound good. Great coice
@koledy123
"The great gift of Easter is hope - Christian hope which makes us have that confidence in God, in his ultimate triumph, and in his goodness and love, which nothing can shake". Basil C. Hume MAY THE GLORY OF THE RISEN CHRIST FILL YOUR HEART WITH JOY AND PEACE
@gersomclark
Please say this prayer my friends in Christ Jesus: "Lord Jesus, beginning today, I ask you to become the Lord of my life. I believe that you died for my sins and rose again from the dead. Lord, I confess that I am a sinner and I repent of my sins. Thank you for forgiving me and cleansing me. Come into my life and guide me to live for you from now on. Thank you for giving me eternal life now. Thank you for the guarantee that you will never give up on me." Amen
@doedeedum
nice song.
@Shadrackmeshack
Amazing video with Michael Tait and George Beverly Shea this is my favorite song out of all George Beverly Shea - Thanks for this video - God Bless
@crytzch
George Beverly Shea passed away today. This song truly is his testimony.