Because He Lives

"Because He Lives" was written in 1971 by Gloria and William J. Gaither. This beautiful hymn was awarded the recognition of Gospel Song of the Year in 1974. I love this hymn and the words because it is a hymn of hope. No matter what we are facing, or the uncertainty of this world, we can face tomorrow because Jesus lives and we know He holds the future.

God sent His son, they called Him Jesus;
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!

How sweet to hold a newborn baby,
And feel the pride and joy he gives;
But greater still the calm assurance:
This child can face uncertain days 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!

Chorus
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!

Love in Christ,
Tera