In 1999, Morgan and Marty Sampson formed "United Live". Darlene Zschech, the worship pastor of Hillsong (1995-2007), had suggested to Morgan that they make an album with the youth worship team and, in 1999, they made their debut album called Everyday with Morgan and Sampson leading the team. Morgan continued to make four more albums with United Live until 2002. He decided that it was time for him to leave the group and pass the torch on to the next generation. His last album with Hillsong United, for the band name changed when he left, was To the Ends of the Earth. Replacing him as a worship leader of Hillsong United was Joel Houston, the son of the senior pastor of Hillsong, Brian Houston.
In 2005, Morgan signed with Rocketown Records, owned by Michael W. Smith. The company released his debut album in the United States, but four of the original songs were removed in favour of cover versions of Hillsong songs written by Morgan. In addition, the remaining songs were remixed and the resulting songs had a heavier feel when compared to the softer adult contemporary-style originals.
Morgan has toured extensively around the United States, Canada and Europe. His latest album, Everyone, contains Morgan's personal interpretation of his music and was mostly written in the previous 18 months, recorded in a big sounding, studio worship version without the congregational elements of live worship. Mainly featuring covers of previously released Hillsong songs written by Morgan, it was released in Australia on 2 October 2006.
Morgan officially became Hillsong's new worship pastor in 2008, replacing Darlene Zschech. He is married to Sarah and they have two children.
My Redeemer Lives
Reuben Morgan Lyrics
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The lyrics to Reuben Morgan's song "My Redeemer Lives" are a testimony of faith in Jesus Christ as the Savior and Redeemer of the singer's soul. The first two lines express gratitude for Jesus' saving grace, and the belief that His blood has covered the singer's sins. The repetition of "I believe" reinforces the singer's conviction in this truth.
The next two lines declare that Jesus has taken away the singer's shame and healed their pain, and again the singer proclaims their belief in this truth. The final three lines of the chorus express the singer's joy and celebration in Jesus' victory over death and their hope to join Him in the victory.
Overall, the lyrics reflect a deep sense of gratitude, faith, and hope in Jesus Christ, and a desire to proclaim His goodness and grace to others.
Line by Line Meaning
I know He rescued my soul
I am certain that He has saved my spirit
His blood has covered my sin
Through His blood, my wrongdoing has been forgiven
I believe I believe
I trust this with all my heart
My shame He�s taken away
He has relieved me of my guilt and disgrace
My pain is healed in His name
Through His authority, my suffering has been cured
I believe I believe
I trust this with all my heart
I�ll raise a banner
I will proudly display a flag of victory
Cause my Lord has conquered the grave
Because my Master has overcome death
My redeemer lives
The one who redeemed me is alive
My redeemer lives
The one who purchased me is alive
You lift my burden
You take away my heavy load
I�ll rise with You
I will ascend with You
I�m dancing on this mountain top
I am joyfully moving on this summit
To see Your Kingdom come
To witness the arrival of Your rule
Contributed by Josiah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.