Low in the Grave He Lay, commonly known as Christ Arose, is one of the most dramatic Easter hymns in the English-speaking tradition.
Hymns Based on Matthew 28:2
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Matthew 28:2
"Now after the Sabbath, as it began to dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. Behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from the sky, and came and rolled away the stone from the door, and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. For fear of him, the guards shook, and became like dead men. The angel answered the women, "Don't be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus, who has been crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, just like he said. Come, see the place where the Lord was lying."
— Matthew 28:2
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Praise, Resurrection, Easter, Hope, Victory. Many worship songs connected to Matthew 28:2 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Praise
- Resurrection
- Easter
- Hope
- Victory
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Opening Hymn
Thine Be the Glory
Reflection Hymn
Low in the Grave He Lay
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Opening Hymn Thine Be the Glory
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Scripture Reading Matthew 28:2
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Sermon Praise
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Reflection Hymn Low in the Grave He Lay
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Closing Hymn O Day of Rest and Gladness
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
O Day of Rest and Gladness is a hymn for the Lord's Day, celebrating weekly worship as a gift of joy, light, rest, and renewal.
Thine Be the Glory stands as one of the most triumphant hymns in the Christian tradition, specifically crafted to celebrate the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ.