Don Francisco - He's Alive [Live]

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LYRICS:
The gates and doors were barred and all the windows fastened down,
I spent the night in sleeplessness and rose at every sound,
Half in hopeless sorrow half in fear the day,
Would find the soldiers crashing through to drag us all away.
Then just before the sunrise I heard something at the wall,
The gate began to rattle and a voice began to call,
I hurried to the window and looked down to the street,
Expecting swords and torches and the sound of soldiers feet,
There was no one there but Mary so I went down to let her in,
John stood there beside me as she told us were she'd been,
She said they moved him in the night and none of us knows where,
The stones been rolled away and now his body isn't there.
We both ran toward the garden then John ran on ahead,
We found the stone and the empty tomb just the way that Mary said,
But the winding sheet they wrapped him in was just an empty shell,
And how or where they'd taken him was more than I could tell.
Something strange had happened there but what I did not know,
John believed a miracle but I just turned to go,
Circumstance and speculation couldn't lift me very high,
Cause I'd seen them crucify him and then I'd watched him die,
Back inside the house again all the guilt and anguish came,
Everything I'd promised him just added to my shame,
But at last it came to choices I denied I knew his name,
Even If he was alive it wouldn't be the same.
But suddenly the air was filled with a strange and sweet perfume,
Light that came from everywhere drove shadows from the room,
Jesus stood before me with his arms held open wide,
And I fell down on my knees and clung to him and cried,
He raised me to my feet and as I looked into his eyes,
Love was shining out from him like sunlight from the sky,
Guilt and my confusion disappeared in sweet release,
And every fear I'd ever had just melted into peace.
He's alive, He's alive, He's alive and I'm forgiven,
Heavens gates are open wide.
He's alive, He's alive, He's alive and I'm forgiven,
Heavens gates are open wide.
He's alive, He's alive, He's alive and I'm forgiven,
Heavens gates are open wide.
He's alive!

[@joannedeborahchisholm9522]

HE'S ALIVE AND I'M FORGIVEN HALLELUJAH!!!

[@rickelder657]

Amen! Thank you Jesus!

[@JustFishin777]

This is THE song that inspired me to become a Christian songwriter. God literally used it to change my life.

[@leetotaylor173]

Mike Watkins THAT'S INCREDIBLE! PRAISE GOD!

[@jmjanacek4335]

Hallelujah!!

[@quanahthompson6000]

May God bless your testimony and your life.

[@gregcooper7789]

God Bless

[@kimberleeberry2039]

Yes,the lyrics and story telling of this song are so awesome and moving ❤️

[@user-uy5ml4gq8s]

I can’t thing of a better song that really describes the resurrection of Jesus

[@LisaSmith-ie7gq]

One of the most powerful gospel songs ever written. It only gets better with time, and no one else can sing this as soulfully as Don. This song is truly a blessing.

[@derekfromtauranga6012]

Yes he certainly makes the words come alive in an emotional way. Blessings to you in Jesus precious name. 🙏🙏🙏😀😀😀

[@johnbaugh2437]

The first time I heard this I got chills. I was 14. 38 years later it still brings tears to my eyes!

[@GaryTickner-qf6pw]

Amen brother bless song for sure great gifts what voices .

[@seanwool]

Even the unstoppable Dolly Parton doesn't bring it like he does.

[@crystalwolthuis9449]

He wrote it, which is part of why he sings it best. He's also just so incredibly talented. @@seanwool

[@earldeanpowell]

Way we did it in the 70s! Fun fact, his father, Clyde, was professor at Golden Gate Baptist Seminary for decades, Old Testament I may recall, who preached his last sermon, sat down in the pulpit chair, and died. As an old Texas Baptist preacher, that's how I want to go!

[@rode.morrismusic]

I can't imagine how anyone can listen to this song with a dry eye! One of the most powerful gospel songs that has ever been written! Maranatha! >

[@rickelder657]

Listened to it twice back to back... tears rollin down my face back to back.. Amen! Thank you Jesus!

[@benophia]

So true. Everytime I listen to this, I end up crying.

[@pkdude5334]

Happy Easter 2024! Thank you Jesus for your sacrifice. Let us live in his footsteps and denounce the evil that is attempting to take over this world.

[@itykud79]

⭐️✝️

[@BarryRands]

Amen to that....that evil huckster trying to sell us a Bible that he has never read.

[@seanrathmakedisciples1508]

@@itykud79Happy Resurrection Day.

[@chriscrozier8115]

This is without a doubt one of the most powerful Chrstian songs of all time.

[@Lime551]

They thought he would stay in the tomb forever but he rose again on the third day amen 🙏 🙌 😌 👏 ✨️ ❤️ 🙏 🙌 😌 👏 ✨️ ❤️ 🙏 🙌 😌 👏 ✨️ ❤️ 🙏 🙌 😌 👏

[@ginalola5591]

It's " ALMOST TIME" for me to MEET my CREATOR and I played that Song right now while I'm lying in bed with " head phones" on and My ❤ HEART FILLS with LOVE & JOY at the thought that I am going to be with him & Our Family Soon!!!!😀😁🙆💛💛💛 " No more Pain & Agony:!!😁😁😁😁🌼☀🙏 HE'S ALIVE!!!!!!

[@peaceandlove544]

Why do you say its almost time? If it you are blessed to be in such peace and live and grace of God, with this powerfull song in your mind. God bless you for all eternity.

[@ginalola5591]

@@peaceandlove544 Thank you So much for your " Very Kind and Comforting Words"😇💝 The Doc gave me the " Not much longer speech"🙄 do to a Very Serious Health problem😷 but it's PERFECTLY FINE😍😇 As you said.. I'm at Peace with it FOR SURE! The Lord "GAVE ME AN AMAZINGLY AWESOME GIFT" Years back and "ALLOWED ME" or probably " MY SOUL" To be in his " ALMIGHTY PRESENCE "😇💥 And when I say " ALMIGHTY" I MEAN...1,OOO TIMES ALMIGHTY!!!!!😍😍😍 I remember it like it was yesturday!!😁😀😍 and every since it happened I have " LITERALLY (YEARNED) To Go to Heaven!!😁😁😍 I have Studied 1,000's, of NDE's and Visions of God and JESUS 😇 and am Still AMAZED At how people from ALL over the World have the same experiences when seeing the " WONDERFULLY HAPPY JOYFUL LOVING LIGHT OF THE LORD".And many say.. there are NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE THE BEAUTY AND JOY and I am a living witness to that!😄😁😍..so this is why I am at Total peace when my moment comes! I actually CAN'T WAIT! 😁😍

[@shaunmichaels5296]

May God be with you and your family. I pray God‘s will will be done in Jesus name.

[@tainapomeroy3441]

I can't believe that one would take their own life if that one has the peace you speak of.

[@jjmonty8090]

@@tainapomeroy3441 Um, it sounds like she was sick and at the end of that journey…

[@RH-un4fy]

It's 2023 and this song is timeless. Come lord Jesus we need you our country needs you.

[@livingintongues]

2024 Praise God He's Alive !!!

[@danieldawg100]

My wife is still praying that The Gaither Homecoming will go to at least one Native American Indian Reservation. She says that The Gaither Homecomings have been held here in The U.S.A. in several places, and in many places worldwide, why not for The First Nations, The Original Peoples(a.k.a. Native American Indians)? The Lord God Almighty HIMSELF created my wife’s people in HIS image, and The Lord Jesus Christ WILLINGLY laid down HIS life for them also.

[@debbiewilliams1326]

This Easter with pandemic we won't be celebrating like in the past. But one thing hasn't changed He's alive.Amen

[@TruthWillFreeYou]

He's alive.

[@cindylopez2358]

But we are gathered from the four corners of the earth, all who believe, in spirit on this day! Wherever 2 or more are gathered in His name He is there! Really it's the biggest service ever💕🙏

[@lizcollins9366]

@@TruthWillFreeYou Amen!! Hallelujah

[@chrisboyd1408]

@@lizcollins9366 amen!

[@stephenellender3938]

Debbie the celebration is in the heart.

[@readthebible67]

Still makes me cry....after all these years of hearing it. HE'S ALIVE!!!

[@tinasattler1]

Vicki Nesom amen,

[@jennifursun3303]

me too

[@PT007able]

Without a shadow of a doubt... one of most anointed gospel artists for the last few decades. What a blessing to the body of Christ.

[@lyrria1854]

I remember hearing Don sing this song when I was a child. It's stayed with me ever since. As an adult I feel the Holy Spirit and it brings me to tears every time I hear it. Praise God for Jesus! If not for Jesus we would be so lost. Thank you Lord Jesus! I love you so very much! ❤

[@lisastapley7343]

This is still one of my favorite gospel songs of all time.

[@anyhootyepo654]

Yes!!

[@thomasjoseph6007]

CHRIST IS RISEN INDEED ! Happy and Blessed EASTER to all !

[@cdevidal]

My beloved father who died last year sang this one many years ago. One of my first memories with him. But now, dad is alive because He's alive!

[@BobMarshall1952]

My church did an Easter musical about 15 years ago. It was a scripted drama. I played the part of Peter. Although "He's Alive" was not one of the songs in the musical, I suggested using it as the finale. So I sang it as a solo. We had a set on the stage, and I traveled from point to point of the set as I sang. Wow, that's one long song! And I had to sing it from memory. But I got through it. And for dramatic effect, when the song reached the closing chorus of "He's alive! He's alive! He's alive and I'm forgiven, heaven's gates are open wide!", I had the choir enter from the back down the three aisles, joining me in that chorus. It was really powerful. Brought down the house. No, *I* did not bring down the house, God did.

[@SOLM7]

PTL

[@snowonder024]

Amen! to God be the glory!

[@yeshuamessiah6322]

You will not find Easter in the Bible it's Passover. Easter is a pagan feast

[@SOLM7]

@@yeshuamessiah6322 To the pure all things are pure.

[@sandrasharp2934]

To God be the glory, indeed

[@3dMerge]

This song brings anyone to tears that knows and believes this! Maranatha

[@jamesrodrique4998]

I know the Father and I still cry... even when things go good.... God Bless you bro... se you...

[@anyhootyepo654]

Yes!!

[@barrychickini9074]

I awoke very early this Easter morning. This song came into my head. I went down to my music room to practice it. Never played it before. Honestly, it moves me so much I couldn't get through it! So, of course, I decided to do it solo at the retirement home services today. I pray that it moves others as it has me on this day!

[@45Happydays]

Barry Chickini This song came into my heart too I’ve now listened 3times Our Father is Glorious Keep Enjoying the Fathers Presence ♥️🕊♥️

[@BenDonahower]

Perfect song for Easter morning! I'm going to remind myself to listen to this then.

[@ginalola5591]

AMEN!!!!🙆😁😇

[@gregcooper7789]

God Bless You !!!

[@neetsmartin6649]

Me too, I'm still weeping....His Alive and his second and final coming is soon. Pray for all the remnant and prodigal sons and daughters of the seed of Abraham....Jesus Christ

[@GodManCan]

This is one of those songs that keeps you captivated & hanging on to every word. Thank you Don Francisco for giving us this amazing song.

[@donnawheeler1716]

Don Francisco, your song He's Alive makes my heart sing. What an awesome song. Thank you!!!

[@ligayakrips2646]

Don Francisco through his songs he preached the gospel.encouraging the people to more closer to God make strong faith in the Lord.🥰😍😍

[@iainmclaughlan1557]

“I am the resurrection and the life” Jesus

[@mervynpinkyfarrell1155]

Oh come LORD JESUS,Come, we need you, we desperately need you

[@christan9881]

Amen Amen and Amen!!!

[@jjeremiah81]

sometimes a song like this could do more than an hour of sermon..

[@labelladetampa]

+Jeremiah J Amen Wish I could've seen this b4. Would've had it sung in church Sunday. Wow!

[@lw216316]

yes, it is a sermon....in song......like the Psalms.... I have forgotten most of the sermons I've heard ..... but I remember hundreds of gospel songs

[@ronwoudenberg2294]

1 Corinthians 1:21 - For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.

[@ethanhair1460]

Amen to that

[@bibelensier5061]

Amen

[@richardumstead36]

We were at the Gaither concert in Pittsburgh when Bill introduced Don Francisco and he sang this song for the first time that we had heard it. There was such a Spirit in that place.....the hair stood up on your arms and people began to worship God and cry. Oh what an experience!

[@jennifursun3303]

lucky you

[@tomasmartinez7298]

When did this concerto took place ?

[@miguelmaldonado8863]

He's alive

[@leetotaylor173]

2019!!!! AND THIS IS STILL ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING HOLY SPIRIT FILLED MOVING SONGS I HAVE EVER HEARD. MY DAD WOULD PLAY IT FOR US WHEN WE WHERE CHILDREN 45 YEARS AGO AND THE SPIRIT TOUCHES ME EVEN MORE THAN WHEN I WAS A CHILD AND THAT'S AMAZING!!!!! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU IN HEAVEN DON FRANCISCO SINGING IN FRONT OF OUR KING!!! THANK YOU TO WHOEVER SHARED THIS! I'LL SEE YOU IN PARADISE ONE DAY ALSO! I'M SURE OF IT!!! PRAISE GOD! FROM TACOMA WASHINGTON!

[@brucekremer6069]

I'm always grateful when the Lord brings me back to be blessed with this treasured song.. Thank you Don Francisco!

[@mikedickison5003]

Even so, come quickly LORD JESUS.

[@mclark2288]

If this song doesn't cover you with the spirit, something's wrong!

[@theodoreritola9758]

THATS RIGHT AMEN Brother Or SISTER LOL

[@janicetutaki4804]

Beloved Jesus my heart cries for Thee thank you for taking my place at the cross. My life belongs to Thee. Precious Lord.

[@dhmi12]

Quite brilliant. I remember watching Don live in Honiton UK. Such a great worshipper. This is not an entertainer in action, but someone expressing their delight in Jesus.

[@wrshpr4lf]

This morning I woke up with this song playing in my mind and heart. He's ALIVE!!! HE'S ALIVE!!!!

[@keithtauber4153]

This is one of those timeless songs that can never be duplicated by anyone else and that will never grow out of popularity.

[@aaronstanfill7755]

The song was released on Don’s 1977 recording called Forgiven. In 1980, he was named Songwriter of the Year along with “He’s Alive” as Song of the Year at the Dove Awards.

[@dianemcginnis6163]

Don De Francisco, I've been listening to since 1977. I have his album's . My Jesus means more to me now. Than ever. I want to kiss my Lord's feet , i believe i will stand with my Lord. I've been Knocking on his Door. All my Life. Amen

[@brendacollins345]

Happy Resurrection Sunday to everyone!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@rickelder657]

Such a powerful and perfect song for celebrating today!

[@LajuanaDorris]

HE'S ALIVE!!!!!! GLORY TO GOD, HE'S ALIVE!!!! BECAUSE HE LIVES, I AM ALIVE FOREVERMORE!!!

[@BrandyCleveland]

Never fails to give me chills.

[@robertgarland805]

Listen to Charlie Daniels do this.

[@BarryRands]

This song has taken on deeper meaning since I've been watching the Chosen. The series puts a face on Peter, tells a plausible version of his backstory, and develops his character so well that I can see him so much better in this song.

[@seamus1956]

Don Francisco has been a mainstay of Christian folk for decades. I haven't found a Gaither album with this on it, but that doesn't mean there isn't one. However, if you love this song, I would recommend Don's "The Early Works" album. It's one of my all-time favorites. Absolutely spirit-raising.

[@joshaunathanaelnas6657]

it's on "Journey to the Sky"

[@sandragillespie5126]

Cant wait to see Him!! I'm so ready for Him to come!! MARANATHA!!!!

[@valeriecunningham7825]

This is the perfect resurrection song! It moves me every time I hear it...especially sung by Don Francisco himself.

[@patleonard8922]

I have Don' s original recording from way back and I have played it over and over and over. It brings me to tears every time. It is such a blessing!

[@brianfalls5038]

I've loved this song since the very first time i heard it years ago! It's abeautiful song and a great message too. Something that i feel every Christian should hear

[@rethamccloskey428]

Tears, tears. Thank you, Jesus!

[@christan9881]

Is not just a song is a gospel!!! The gospel of John 3:16

[@kriswidmer5981]

This song was part of the soundtrack of my teen years. One of the best ever. I love to hear Don Francisco sing it too.

[@vduncan54]

Praise God for this musician and his gift from God!

[@ritawilliams2880]

Here I am Easter morning looking up this song like every Easter morning!❤

[@kkerr1953]

This is the man who wrote this fabulous song. What a blessing!

[@davidwillsey8732]

I love Don's songs...especially his live versions! The Spirit truly moves when people come together to praise His name!

[@ruelgalvez646]

glory to God! Jesus is alive! He's alive and I'm forgiven, tears of joy😢😢

[@BuckeyeTD]

i can't watch this video without crying!

[@theodoreritola9758]

Its October 31 today,,, BUT This is still THE DAY THAT THE LORD HAS MADE ,,,What a great song

[@carlosnarvaez5086]

thank you LORD JESUS , You are not in a cross .

[@johnkeller4537]

Just recently i have written a book over my life, it is called: - "Forgiven!", Yes, JESUS is alive and HE lives in my heart, and I am free to share HIS Love and grace with anyone! "Turn your eyes upon JESUS, Look into HIS wonderful face, and the things of earth will grow strangely dim in the Light of HIS glory and grace." My everyday song, praise the Name of JESUS!

[@mrsamzero1]

I'm sure this song was inspired by the spirit of God. Close your eyes and let Gods spirit touch you.

[@watchwomanofthedragon8376]

Dottie if you can hear me, Thankyou for telling us not to have that back surgery. Praise Jesus my Healer🕊️

[@Tina-Marie-iz8zy]

When I first came to the Lord back in 1977 I used to listen to this song from Don Francisco and how it made me celebrate and cry the Risen Christ. Thank you.

[@mirkozimmermann4682]

Really nice. I heard this song as kid in the age of 16. And yet I found here. I like folk bluegrass old time gospel und country. Best wishes from country Village Remblinghausen Germany.

[@DrummingWriterTrekfan84]

I'm 37 and certian singers and songs like don Fransisco and He's Alive I've heard since I was a little kid in the 80's and 90's still minister to me! God is an incredible God and his anointing was captured on this video recording and never faded with time! So don't think this music doesn't touch young people or younger people. It reached me. 🙂

[@keefterry2155]

Oh Praise God I needed that today!!!!

[@stuarthardy7679]

Listening to this easter sunday 2021. My church doors are still locked because of the pandemic just had another meeting on zoom but the door to his tomb is and will be forever open..

[@donaldzahnke1951]

He's alive

[@kimhorton9836]

I love when the guitar gets louder toward the end. He's alive! 🎉❤

[@user-zl2mu3th9k]

I've been listening to this song for 47 years

[@Wendy-bz2gt]

I'm crying. After all these years this song still touches me

[@Robert-zx7hj]

Hallelujah! He's alive and we shall see him coming in the clouds of glory!

[@sandrabailey1969]

My favorite Easter Song.

[@kingandqueens1000]

I LOVED THIS SONG BY Don Francisco THE WAY HE SANG

[@christinespenceley7178]

It's 2024 and the song is still alive and He is alive, we will be forever with Him, our precious, wonderful Savious our Lord Jesus Christ. I saw Don in the 70s , his songs are still such a blessing, got to tell somebody what Jesus did for. His mercy endures forever and ever. Amen. Christine

[@delhershman3346]

Jesus is risen!!! Hallelujah!!!

[@timwade5157]

One of my favorite songs from the early 80’s. Praise the name of Jesus. My Lord, my Savior. Hallelujah

[@futuretrunks5795]

He does the best version of he's alive song ever!

[@carof9889]

None like You Lord Jesus! Thank you for dying on my behalf

[@elainehorne188]

This song was one of three God used to reach me! When no one else would!

[@nancygibson4380]

He's ALIVE!! I KNOW IT IN MY HEART.

[@Watjalukinat]

One of the most underrated storytelling songwriters regardless of genre

[@morganmay1]

Of all the versions of this song I have heard over the years, this is the best!

[@destinationheynsland2015]

Praying for healing and restoration this Resurrection Sunday.. God bless my brothers and sisters around the world..🙏 Love from Sri Lanka ❤🇱🇰

[@Steve-bm2zm]

He’s Alive. Happy Easter

[@garrygull8354]

What a blessing to the listeners

[@1965KareBear]

This and In the Garden are my all time favorite gospel songs of all time. God Bless Don for this song .

[@sephardishalom2693]

Thank you Jesus!!

[@Tropicalbliss45]

I remember hearing Don Francisco as a teenager and loved him. The way he sings - especially this song, brings tears to my eyes and gives me goose pimples. God bless you brother.

[@GaryTickner-qf6pw]

Praise the Lord He is the only one worthy of our praise Amen

[@davidasholesjr181]

Chills when he came to the part where "I denied I knew his name!" Thank you for this classic! Very poetically deep. It lets us feel what the disciples and Peter must have gone through, and how powerful Jesus forgiveness and Resurrection was to conquer all this shame and fear. Thank you Jesus and thank you Don Francisco.

[@nancyjohnson5810]

This is my favorite version and yes he's definitely alive and more than that he's coming back to get his bride very soon! He's coming in all his glory to set the captives free!

[@myk1200s]

Yes he is, praise God!!! He's Alive!!!!

[@tommynorton8973]

Yes praise God he is alive and by his grace we are alive!!

[@cindyrook1189]

Happy Easter!

[@johnkennedy5037]

This song never looses anything with age Powerful melody Great words

[@bertramsatzinger7531]

Halleluja, Jesus is risen. He's alive.🙌🙌

[@kamondia3908]

I can't hold my tears Thank Jesus Am blessed and forgiven HALLELUJAH HALLELUJAH ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@rabby-u]

Saw Don in Buffalo early seventies. He sang this song, the whole stadium stood on its feet and roared in worship. Never forget that night!

[@servantsofthemessiah720]

This is a powerful song because it Glorifies the risen SAVIOUR EVERYTHING WE HAVE HINGES ON THE RESURECTION. GOD HAS SHOWED ME WE CAN NEVER MAKE TO MUCH OF THE LORD JESUS.

[@bertramsatzinger7531]

Jesus is alive. Hallelujah.

[@RandomizationShow]

My grandfather told me Don played this song in his NY church 40 years ago when it was brand new. Looks like it's considered a classic now, and for good reason!

[@Woosterfan1954]

the original is always the best, this proves that

[@terryreneau9138]

One of the greatest gospel songs written! Don Francisco is a master Storyteller of the good 👍🤗❤️ news of Yeshua Ha Messhiach! 🤗❤️ I had the priceless privilege of playing the disciple Peter in key largo Florida during a passion play singing He’s alive! I’ll never forget that moment in time jumping out into the crowd at this anointed song 🎶 climax! As the sun ☀️ is rising over the fabulous Florida Keys, I’m clinging to Yeshua ( played by Gabe Mahalik, a passionate portrayal of Jesus passion!, I suddenly run throughout the assembly of onlookers singing exuberantly, “He’s Alive❤, He’s Alive, He’s Alive and I’m forgiven, Heaven’s Gates are open wide! Hallelujah! Jesus has risen! Glory to God in the highest! 🤗❤️

[@littleeugeneq4464]

Man, this just stirs my heart, and knowing Jesus conquered hell death and the grave, by his grace his promise