Because he lives

Because he lives
I no longer fear tomorrow
in my belief
I see the beauty of each day,
because he shines
I rejoice with every sunrise
a hope renewed
a hand to guide the way,
because he loves
I am no longer lonely
his earthly presence
enshrines my every thought,
because he smiles
I see the inner beauty
in all life
the kind so often sought,
because he's risen
again I am reborn
no longer weary
the sinner is set free,
because he lives
my life has purpose
as I nurture
all that's good in me.