SYNOPSIS

Matt Maher tells how his version of "Because He Lives" came to be. Matt noted, "Everything we do as Christians comes because of the resurrection. Because Jesus lives we therefore have life. This song is a continuation of the ministry of unifying the Church. We're alive because He lives."

VIRTUESEARCH CONTRIBUTOR COMMENTARY

The song, "Because He lives" from the Matt Maher album titled: "Saints and Sinners," is a celebration of the core of Christian belief. Because He (Jesus) lives...all people have hope to reach beyond the brokenness that makes daily living difficult. This is an anthem of freedom in Christ.

EVERYDAY VIRTUES TO LOOK FOR

Hope

Believing in a good future with God

Devotion

Ardent love, no matter what

Faith

Relying on God's power

NEWS & REVIEWS

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Gospel Music Association: Behind the Music with Matt Maher

Better Together: For Saints and Sinners, Maher collaborated with a host of incredible songwriters, including Switchfoot’s Jon Foreman (“Instrument”), NEEDTOBREATHE (“Deliverer”) and Thad Cockrell (“Rest”). We asked him to tell us his favorite cuts recorded by his co-writers. Read More

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Because He Lives - Matt Maher Shares the Story of the Song

Matt Maher tells the backstory of the song, "Because He Lives". The song is a fresh take on a fundamental Gospel theme, with some familiar elements from a well-loved song by Bill Gaither. Read More

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Youtube: Sinners and Saints - Full Album

Experience all of the songs that are included along with "Because He Lives" on the "Sinners and Saints" music Album. Read More

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