Because He Lives [Hardcover]

Gloria Gaither (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 3, 1997

Gloria Gaither shares the stories and inspiration behind more than thirty of the Gaithers' best-loved songs. While reading these beautiful devotional thoughts, listen to the songs on the CD that is included.

Editorial Reviews

From the Author

Gloria Gaither and her husband, Bill, have written and performed some of gospel music’s favorite songs. Gloria is the best-selling author and co-author of a number of books, including What My Parents Did Right and Let’s Make a Memory, co-authored with Shirley Dobson. She and Bill have written over six hundred songs, produced sixty recordings and a dozen musicals, raised three children, and grandparented three grandchildren. They are producers of the landmark Homecoming videos and Bill is co-author, with Jerry Jenkins, of the book, Homecoming. The Gaithers live in Alexandria, Indiana

From the Back Cover

Through the years, we've loved the music of Bill and Gloria Gaither. Now learn the inspiring stories behind their best-loved songs. Since the early days of the Bill Gaither Trio, the music of Bill and Gloria Gaither has enjoyed such enthusiastic acceptance by Christians that it has reached around the globe. You can hear people singing "Let's Just Praise the Lord" in churches from Amsterdam to Africa. "He Touched Me" and "Because He Lives" have filled the air in little country chapels and auditoriums packed with thousands of worshipers. The Gaithers haven't just given us songs we all love. They've also been quick to give rising talent a chance to shine. Just ask Steve Green, Sandi Patty, Larnelle Harris, Mark Lowry, and any of a dozen more contemporary musicians. Now, in Because He Lives, Gloria shares the stories and inspiration behind more than thirty of the Gaithers' best-loved songs. This beautiful book weaves Gloria's moving remembrances and meditations with the lyrics to such great songs as The King is Coming, There's Something About That Name, God Gave the Song, The Old Rugged Cross Made the Difference, Something Beautiful, Because He Lives . . . and many more. Gloria's personal reflections offer not only a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the history of contemporary Christian music, but timeless spiritual wisdom that speaks straight to the heart. This captivating volume also includes a CD of best-loved songs by the Gaithers for a complete experience of meditation and melody, prayer and praise. Relax, kick your shoes off, and refresh your spirit with Gloria's uplifting and touching insights into the heart of God . . . and let these stories about the songs that have inspired the hearts of Christians all over the world inspire you.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company (November 3, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 031021310X
• ISBN-13: 978-0310213109
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 6.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,121,664 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Gloria Gaither is an award-winning lyricist, author, scriptwriter, former adjunct professor of songwriting at Anderson University, recording artist with the celebrated Gaither Trio for thirty years, mother, and grandmother. Gloria has written My Father's Angels and Ordinary Baby, Extraordinary Gift for Zonderkidz, as well as Because He Lives, Let's Make a Memory, 365 Meditations for Mothers, What My Parents Did Right, and Let's Hide the Word, plus numerous magazine articles. Gloria and her husband, Bill, live in Alexandria, Indiana.

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!!, January 5, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Because He Lives (Hardcover)

I am 13 years old and I love Southern Gospel Music. From the first time I read this book I had a new look at their songs. Where they came from, why they were written. Some stories will make you think, some will make you cry, and some will but a smile on your face. I love this book, and i would highly reccemend it to everyone.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars INSPIRATIONAL!!!!!!, November 19, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Because He Lives (Hardcover)

This is a great book. It is inspirational and makes you have a greater appreciation for the Gaither's and their music. After reading this book, the songs have more impact on the heart and soul.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Because He :ives, January 15, 2000

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This review is from: Because He Lives (Hardcover)

What a wonderful book - to have the thoughts behind how/why particular songs were written! Very insightful and makes the Gaither standards even more meaningful! Excellent!