Could He Be The Messiah
Michael W. Smith · The Live Set [1987]
at this teacher, carpenter, preacher
Lost in the crowd. I hear him now.
He's praying and he's saying,
"God feed them all"
Five-thousand men, all of his
friends are worried find
bread and hurry
five loaves and fish, what can he
wish, he's praying still he's
saying "God feed them all"
Chorus:
Could he be the Messiah?
Miracle man, part of the plan
Could he be the Messiah?
Life in his hand,
I understand he could be...
Meet for our needs fully he
feeds our hunger older and younger
twelve baskets more,
can we ignore, he shows us that he
knows us, is he the Christ?
(Chorus)
(Repeat Chorus)
It is he the Messiah!
Miracle man, part of the plan
it is he, the Messiah!
Life in his hand
I understand it is he
(repeat chorus)
Could He Be The Messiah
Michael W. Smith's 'Could He Be The Messiah' stands as a defining track within his expansive catalogue of contemporary Christian music. Released on the 1987 live album The Live Set, the recording captures the energy of his early touring years and his signature blend of rock and worship. Smith has long been celebrated for crafting anthems that bridge the gap between traditional hymnody and modern pop sensibilities, a style evident in this powerful composition. The song reflects the theological depth and emotional resonance that characterize his broader body of work, inviting listeners to engage with profound spiritual questions through accessible melodies. As a key piece from the late 1980s, it remains a testament to Smith's enduring influence on the genre and his ability to create timeless recordings that continue to resonate with audiences decades later.