Matt Maher - Because He Lives Lyrics
Lyrics
I believe in the Son
I believe in the risen One
I believe I overcome
By the power of His blood
Amen, Amen
I'm alive, I'm alive
Because He lives
Amen, Amen
Let my song join the one that never ends
Because He lives
I was dead in the grave
I was covered in sin and shame
I heard mercy call my name
He rolled the stone away
Amen, Amen
I'm alive, I'm alive
Because He lives
Amen, Amen
Let my song join the one that never ends
Because He lives
I can face tomorrow
Because He lives
Every fear is gone
I know He holds my life my future in His hands
Amen, Amen
I'm alive, I'm alive
Because He lives
Amen, Amen
Let my song join the one that never ends
Amen, Amen
I'm alive, I'm alive
Because He lives
Amen, Amen
Let my song join the one that never ends
Because He lives
Because He lives
Video
Matt Maher - Because He Lives (Amen) ([Official Lyric Video])
Meaning & Inspiration
Matt Maher's "Because He Lives (Amen)," released in 2014, is a powerful contemporary worship anthem that centers on the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the foundational truth of Christian faith. This song isn't just a musical piece; it's a profound declaration of hope and victory, rooted deeply in the biblical narrative of Christ's defeat of death. The core message draws directly from the seismic event described in 1 Corinthians 15:14, "If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith." Maher's rendition amplifies this truth, transforming a historical event into an immediate, personal testament to God's power and presence in believers' lives. The "Amen" appended to the title acts as a powerful affirmation, a resounding seal of agreement with the truth that Christ lives, echoing the biblical tradition of concluding prayers and declarations with this word of certainty and commitment, as seen in Romans 1:25 and numerous other passages.
The enduring strength of "Because He Lives (Amen)" lies in its unwavering focus on the resurrection as the ultimate assurance of salvation and eternal life. This is not merely an academic theological point but the very cornerstone of what it means to follow Christ. The song powerfully conveys that it is *because* He lives that believers can face any hardship, fear, or sorrow with unwavering confidence. This echoes the Apostle Paul's profound declaration in Romans 8:38-39, where he states that nothing, not even death or any other power, can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. The resurrection is the proof of that unbreakable love and God's ultimate victory over sin and death, as celebrated in 1 Corinthians 15:57: "But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Maher’s song reminds us that this victory is not a future hope but a present reality for those who believe, enabling them to live lives marked by courage and purpose, knowing that the grave could not hold their Savior. The song’s profound message offers a profound reminder that the resurrection is not just a historical event but the living reality that empowers every aspect of a believer's existence, offering solace in trials and a sure foundation for eternal hope.