Despair was rife

Outside of His grave all hope was shattered.
Despair was rife, His disciples scattered.
They felt distraught and the outlook was grim.
All their hopes had been centred upon Him.

All forlorn, they did not know what to say.
Defeat and disappointment filled their day.
Then Mary came running into the room
with this wonderful message from the tomb.

He’s alive! He’s back from the dead!
He has risen again, just like He said.
Conquered both death and the grave.
Risen with mighty power to save.

He’s alive! Come with me and see.
for He has won the victory.
Rejoice with me as the good news I tell
He’s risen  triumphant over death and hell.

Death’s been conquered by Christ the crucified,
for the doors of death He burst open wide.
Risen in the power of an endless life
He’s conquered Satan by His sacrifice.