Victory In Jesus (Christ Won The Victory) lyrics by Keith and Kristyn Getty, Matt Boswell

VERSE 1

I heard an old old story

How a Savior came from glory

How He gave His life on Calvary

To save a wretch like me

I heard about His groaning

Of His precious blood's atoning

Then I repented of my sin

Christ won the victory

CHORUS

Oh victory in Jesus

My Savior forever

He sought me and bought me

With His redeeming blood

He loved me 'ere I knew Him

And all my love is due Him

He plunged me to victory

Beneath the cleansing flood

VERSE 2

I heard about His healing

All His miracles revealing

That He alone can save a soul

And set the captive free

I’m happy in His promise

How soon He’s coming for us

And home with Him I’ll sing again

Christ won the victory

VERSE 3

I’ll tell the old old story

Till my Savior comes from glory

I’ll tell of all the Lord has done

To set this sinner free

That all who will believe Him

By faith can still receive Him

And share in that redemption song

Christ won the victory

End of Victory In Jesus (Christ Won The Victory) lyrics by Keith and Kristyn Getty, Matt Boswell

Keith and Kristyn Getty are internationally acclaimed Christian hymn writers and recording artists from Northern Ireland, renowned for revitalizing modern hymnody. Their most notable composition, In Christ Alone, co-written with Stuart Townend in 2001, has become one of the most sung hymns globally, with an estimated 100 million renditions annually.

Musical Legacy & Style

The Gettys have penned numerous hymns that blend theological depth with singable melodies, including:

Rejoice

By Faith

The Lord Is My Salvation

His Mercy Is More

Christ Our Hope in Life and Death

Speak O Lord

Their music fuses Irish folk influences with classical and contemporary elements, aiming to enrich congregational worship. They have released 26 albums, have been nominated for a Grammy Award, and have won two Dove Awards.

Recognition & Honors

In 2018, Keith Getty was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), becoming the first church musician of the modern era to receive this honor for contributions to music and hymn writing. Both Keith and Kristyn were named fellows of The Royal School of Church Music in 2019. In June 2023, they were awarded the Freedom of the City of Lisburn and Castlereagh in recognition of their achievements.

Personal Life

The Gettys married on June 16, 2004, and have four daughters. They reside between Portstewart, Northern Ireland, and Nashville, Tennessee, and are actively involved in The Village Chapel in Nashville.

Global Impact

The Gettys have performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall. Their annual “Irish Christmas” tour, originating from their 2011 album Joy: An Irish Christmas, has become a staple in cities like New York and Washington, D.C.

Victory In Jesus (Christ Won The Victory) lyrics by Keith and Kristyn Getty, Matt Boswell