Because He Lives
The Gaithers & Friends Lyrics
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Our newborn baby
And feel the pride
And the joy that he gives
But greater still
The calm assurance
We can face uncertain days
We can face uncertain days
Sing it with us
And 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
We'll all cross the river
And 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 reigns
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
He lives
He lives
The lyrics to The Gaithers & Friends' song "Because He Lives" speak to the uplifting power of faith in the face of life's uncertainties. The first verse reflects on the joy of holding a newborn baby and feeling the pride and love that comes with it. However, the second line of the verse sets the stage for the greater message of the song: "But greater still, the calm assurance." This assurance is rooted in the belief that, despite uncertain days and challenges ahead, the singer can face them confidently because of their faith. The chorus reiterates this theme, proclaiming that because of their belief in "him" (presumably God), fear is gone and life is worth living.
The second verse looks ahead to the inevitability of death and the struggle that comes with it. However, the singer declares that they will ultimately triumph in "life's final war with pain," because of their faith in God. This confidence is bolstered by the belief that, after death, they will be greeted by the "lights of glory" and know that God reigns.
The message of "Because He Lives" is one of hope and resilience in the face of life's challenges. For those who believe, the idea that God holds the future and provides comfort and strength is a powerful one. The simple, repetitive nature of the chorus makes the song easily singable and memorable, while the poignant lyrics resonate with those who seek to find a deeper meaning and purpose in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
How sweet to hold
The feeling of holding our newborn baby is sweet
Our newborn baby
We are talking about holding our newborn baby
And feel the pride
We feel proud of our baby
And the joy that he gives
We feel joy from our baby's presence
But greater still
However, something greater than this is the case
The calm assurance
We are assured of something calm and steady
We can face uncertain days
We can face days that are uncertain with this assurance
We can face uncertain days
We can face days that are uncertain with this assurance
Because he lives
The reason for this assurance is that Jesus is alive
Sing it with us
Join us in singing about this assurance
And because he lives
Again, the reason for this assurance is that Jesus is alive
I can face tomorrow
We can face tomorrow because of this assurance
Because he lives
Once again, the reason for this assurance is that Jesus is alive
All fear is gone
We no longer have any fear
Because I know he holds the future
Our assurance is because we know that Jesus holds our future
And life is worth the living
Our life is worth living because of this assurance
Just because he lives
Again, the reason for this assurance is that Jesus is alive
And then one day
Referring to a future time
We'll all cross the river
We will all die
And fight life's final war with pain
Our death will be our final struggle with pain
And then, as death gives way to victory
At the moment of our death, we will experience victory
I'll see the lights of glory
We will see the glory of heaven
And I'll know he reigns
We will know that Jesus is the ruler of heaven
He lives
Jesus is alive
He lives
Jesus is alive
Lyrics ยฉ CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: Gloria Gaither, William J. Gaither
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Barbara DeLung
๐What a marvelous rendition for this passion Sunday!! I have followed you for years and always and have come away with wonderment at the blessings that our Savior has given to
you and those who sing his praises with you. Thank you.
James Welsh
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Martin Kennedy
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Ema Gonzรกlez
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Dilores Alii
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official Steven furtick
will love to pray with you
James Welsh
I honestly love your posts and always enjoy reading them in my lonely spare time. I'm so sorry I invaded your privacy, but I'd love to be friends with someone who could share such sensitive post content, which means you're a woman of integrity. I wanted to add you but sending you a friend request without your consent is inappropriate because I'm a public figure and it wouldn't take much either, I'd appreciate it if you send me a friend request now so we can be friends and text better here on YouTube
Nenita Villanueva
To God be the Glory.. So beautiful singing... Angels in heaven must be joining..
Ellamae Knowles
Thank God for the cross bt more so for the empty tomb. These songs are so soothing. Praise The Lord!!!!
Evรณdia Cristovรฃo
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