The timeless gospel hymn “Because He Lives” was written in 1971 by American gospel songwriters Bill Gaither and Gloria Gaither. It remains one of the most cherished Christian songs worldwide, celebrated for its powerful message of hope, faith, and assurance through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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The hymn was composed during a period of uncertainty and social unrest in the late 1960s and early 1970s, as the Gaithers were preparing to welcome their third child. In the midst of fear and doubt, they found peace in the promise of Christ’s resurrection — a truth that became the foundation of this iconic song. Over the years, it has been widely performed in churches, crusades, and gospel concerts across the world.
“Because He Lives” centers on the victory of Jesus over death and the confidence believers gain from that truth. It speaks of facing tomorrow without fear, trusting in God’s control over the future, and holding onto hope even in uncertain times. From the assurance given to a newborn child’s future to the victory over death at life’s end, the hymn captures the full journey of faith grounded in Christ’s living presence.
Listen to, “Because He Lives I Can Face Tomorrow – Hymn” below;
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Because He Lives I Can Face Tomorrow LYRICS – Hymn
Verse 1
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!
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!
Verse 2
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!
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!
Verse 3
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!
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