Happy Easter!

It's a glorious 70-degree day in Portland! I sang in a trio today for Sacrament Meeting, and wanted to share the lyrics with you. Hope you have had a great day with your families.

"Because He Lives"

Because He lives,
Because He rose in mighty triumph from the grave,
I put my trust in Him, and seek to follow Him in faith,
Because He lives.

Because He lives,
I shall find strength to stand against the tempter's power.
He is my refuge and defense in ev'ry troubled hour,
Because He lives.

Because He lives,
I can bear whatever burden may be mine.
I am encircled in the arms of love divine,
Because He lives.

Because He lives,
He will banish ev'ry shadow of my pain.
Ev'ry sorrow will be swallowed up in Him.
For in His hand is healing for the weary soul.
This I know, because He lives.

Because He lives, I will fear no darkness.
Because He lives, I will walk in light.
Because He lives, I will praise His kindness.
Because He lives, hope shines ever bright.

Because He lives, I will seek His righteousness.
Because He lives, I'll follow where He leads.
Because He lives, I shall conquer even death.
And I will live, because He lives.

Because He lives,
I will rejoice in Christ, and glorify His name.
And with a willing voice of gratitude proclaim:
My Savior lives!

Because He lives,
My heart is filled with peace amid a world of fear.
There is no trial so great that I cannot endure.
I bear no heartache that His tender mercy cannot cure.

This I know,
Because He lives!


p.s. Love to all!