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I've Just Seen Jesus

By Sandi Patty + Larnelle Harris + David Phelps + Lana Ranahan + Gaither Vocal Band

1,827 views Jul 2, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Sandi Patty, Larnelle Harris, David Phelps, Lana Ranahan, and the Gaither Vocal Band perform "I've Just Seen Jesus," a song that recounts the resurrection from the perspective of those who witnessed it. The lyrics describe the sorrow of Jesus' death and the astonishment of encountering Him alive. The song emphasizes the transformative power of seeing the risen Lord, leaving the speaker forever changed. It draws directly from the Gospel accounts of Mary Magdalene at the tomb, highlighting the personal nature of the resurrection encounter.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

We knew he was dead

It is finished, he said

We had watched as his life ebbed away

Then we all stood around

Till the guards took him down

Joseph begged for his body that day


It was late afternoon

When we got to the tomb

Wrapped his body and sealed up the grave

So I know how you feel

His death was so real

But please listen and hear what I say


I've just seen Jesus

I tell you he's alive

I've just seen Jesus

Our precious Lord alive

And I knew, he really saw me too

As if till now, I'd never lived

All that I'd done before

Won't matter anymore

I've just seen Jesus

And I'll never be the same again


It was his voice she first heard

Those kind gentle words

Asking what was her reason for tears

And I sobbed in despair

My Lord is not there

He said, child! it is I, I am here!


I've just seen Jesus

I tell you he's alive

I've just seen Jesus

Our precious lord alive

And I knew, he really saw me too

As if till now, I'd never lived

All that I'd done before

Won't matter anymore

I've just seen Jesus

I've just seen Jesus

I've just seen Jesus

All that I'd done before

Won't matter anymore

I've just seen Jesus

And I'll never be the same again

I've just seen Jesus!


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