Amber Nelon Thompson - Love Has Triumphed Lyrics
Lyrics
Veiled in the anguish
And pallor of death
Faith has been driven away
Where is their hope
As they come to the tomb?
Dawn is breaking on the third day
Suddenly brilliance
Is filling their eyes
Angelic voices proclaim
"Why seek the living
Here among the dead
Is not the stone rolled away?
Go and shout it
The victory is just as He said
He is not here, He is risen
He's no longer dead!"
Love has triumphed
Let the multitudes resound
Love has triumphed
Life begins today
Death is vanquished
For it could not hold Him down
He is the Lord of Lords
He is the King of Kings
Jesus is Lord
Love has triumphed
The serpent wounded
And struck the Master's heel
His poison not without pain
And yet, the outcome
Was altered in the end
Jesus rose up out of the grave
He has done it
The Master crushed the enemy's head
He is alive, He is risen
As His promise said
Love has triumphed
Let the multitudes resound
Love has triumphed
Life begins today
Death is vanquished
For it could not hold Him down
He is the Lord of Lords
He is the King of Kings
Jesus is Lord
Love has triumphed
Hallelujah
The walls of hell are fallen
Hallelujah
Prisoner's chains are finally broken
By the Conqueror
Love has triumphed
Let the multitudes resound
Love has triumphed
Life begins today
Death is vanquished
For it could not hold Him down
He is the Lord of Lords
He is the King of Kings
Jesus is Lord
Love has triumphed
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Meaning & Inspiration
Amber Nelon Thompson’s "Love Has Triumphed," a powerful declaration of Christ’s resurrection, comes to us within the landscape of her inspiring work, notably associated with her 2016 album, *How Great Thou Art!* This particular song steps forward as a profound exploration of the Easter narrative, moving beyond mere retelling to a vibrant proclamation of victory that resonates with believers today. It serves as a stirring reminder of the central event of Christian faith, grounding its message in the historical truth of Christ's triumph over death.
The narrative of "Love Has Triumphed" begins by casting us back to the somber hours following Christ's crucifixion, a time "Veiled in the anguish and pallor of death." The lyrics perfectly capture the profound despair and dashed hopes of those who had followed Jesus, their faith seemingly "driven away" as they approached the "tomb." This reflects the confusion and grief depicted in the Gospels, where women like Mary Magdalene and Mary, the mother of James, came to the tomb with spices, grappling with immense sorrow and the apparent finality of death (Mark 16:1-3, Luke 23:55-24:1). The song then pivots to the dramatic shift on the third day, as "Dawn is breaking," signaling the impending miracle. Suddenly, "brilliance is filling their eyes" as angelic voices cut through the morning gloom. This vivid imagery brings to life the account found in Matthew 28:2-7 and Luke 24:4-7, where angels confirm the unthinkable: "Why seek the living here among the dead? Is not the stone rolled away?" It's a question that shatters the chains of sorrow and despair, replacing them with bewildering joy.
The heart of the song's message bursts forth with the command to "Go and shout it, the victory is just as He said!" This directly echoes the angels’ instruction to the women to go and tell the disciples that Jesus had risen (Matthew 28:7). The powerful core declaration, "Love has triumphed," encapsulates the entire Gospel message. It’s a profound theological statement, asserting that God’s boundless love, manifested through Christ, has utterly conquered the dominion of death. "Life begins today" speaks to the new covenant and the promise of eternal life for all who believe, as Jesus Himself declared, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live" (John 11:25). The song proclaims that "Death is vanquished, for it could not hold Him down," a direct affirmation of 1 Corinthians 15:54-57, which famously states, "Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is your sting? O Hades, where is your victory?" This triumphant chorus culminates in the resounding truth that "He is the Lord of Lords, He is the King of Kings," acknowledging Jesus' supreme authority over all creation and all earthly powers (Revelation 19:16).
The lyrics then delve deeper into the biblical narrative of spiritual warfare, referencing the ancient prophecy in Genesis 3:15, where it was foretold that the seed of the woman would crush the serpent's head, though the serpent would strike his heel. The song powerfully states, "The serpent wounded and struck the Master's heel," acknowledging the agony and apparent defeat of the cross, where Jesus endured unimaginable pain. Yet, it quickly affirms, "His poison not without pain, and yet, the outcome was altered in the end." This points to the ultimate victory of Christ, who, by His death and resurrection, "destroyed him who has the power of death, that is, the devil" (Hebrews 2:14). Jesus rising "up out of the grave" signifies not just His personal victory but His triumph over sin and its consequences for all humanity. The song unequivocally states, "He has done it! The Master crushed the enemy's head," fulfilling the Genesis prophecy and securing salvation. This resounding declaration reinforces the assurance that Jesus is "alive, He is risen, as His promise said," reminding us of His numerous predictions of His own resurrection (e.g., Matthew 16:21).
The profound bridge elevates the celebration to a new dimension, with repeated "Hallelujah!" exclamations. This section proclaims that "The walls of hell are fallen" and "Prisoner's chains are finally broken by the Conqueror." This imagery powerfully conveys the liberation that Christ's resurrection brought, tearing down the barriers of sin and death and setting captives free. It echoes Isaiah 61:1, where the Messiah is prophesied to "proclaim liberty to the captives and the opening of the prison to those who are bound." The ultimate message is one of freedom, hope, and the undeniable sovereignty of Jesus Christ, whose love and sacrifice paved the way for eternal life. "Love Has Triumphed" is more than just a song; it's a testament to the unchanging truth of the resurrection, offering unwavering hope and an invitation to participate in the victory of the "King of Kings." The song’s message is an enduring call to remember and celebrate the foundational truth that in Jesus, love has indeed triumphed over all.