I Will Rise
by Chris Tomlin
Theology & Meaning
The song is anchored in Christian eschatological hope: death is not the end, and believers will rise with Christ. It echoes the New Testament promise of resurrection and the future renewal of all things, offering comfort for grief and perseverance.
Worship Leadership Tips
Best in reflective moments, funerals, memorial Sundays, or as a response after preaching on hope. Keep the instrumentation supportive and let the congregation sit in the chorus without rushing.
Arrangement Tips
A resurrection-hope anthem that comforts the church with the promise of eternal life and future restoration in Christ. Use the practical leadership notes above for arrangement guidance.
Scripture References
- 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
- 1 Corinthians 15:51-57
- Revelation 21:1-4