Alleluia! Jesus is Risen
Alleluia! Jesus is risen
This hymn captures the central Lutheran affirmation of Christ's bodily resurrection as the foundation of Christian faith and hope. It expresses the joy and confidence that flows from the Easter proclamation central to Lutheran theology and the promise of salvation.
History & Background
Written by Herbert Brokering in 1973, this hymn emerged from the Contemporary Worship movement of the Lutheran Church. It was first published in 'Lutheran Book of Worship' materials and has since become a standard Easter hymn in Lutheran and ecumenical worship.
Hymnal Appearances
- All Creation Sings — 966
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship — 377
- Glory to God — 232
- Lutheran Service Book — 474
- Lift Up Your Hearts — 197
- Voices Together — 279
- With One Voice — 674
Bulletin Note
Herbert Brokering composed this hymn in 1973 for modern worship. Its irregular, accessible melody and jubilant text make the resurrection proclamation both theologically faithful and singable by all God's people.
Preaching Connection
This hymn embodies the Gospel's power to transform despair into hope: Christ's bodily resurrection fulfills the Law's demand and cancels sin's penalty, freeing us to respond with alleluia and renewed trust in God's promises.
Themes
Resurrection of Christ Easter joy Alleluia Victory over death Proclamation of Gospel