Lyrics
Verse
You called me in to Your glorious light
I will not fear 'cause I'm walking with You and talking with You
From Heaven You came to show me life
Chorus
You are the light of the world
You are the light of my life
Hope of the earth, my Jesus
Verse
You called me in to Your glorious light
I will not fear 'cause I'm walking with You and talking with You
From Heaven You came to show me life
Chorus
You are the light of the world
You are the light of my life
Hope of the earth, my Jesus
You are the light of the world
You are the light of my life
Hope of the earth, my Jesus
Bridge
I'm gonna be a light and let it shine
Be a light and let it shine
I'm gonna be a light and let it shine
Be a light and let it shine
I'm gonna be a light and let it shine
Be a light and let it shine
I'm gonna be a light and let it shine
Be a light and let it shine
Chorus
You are the light of the world
You are the light of my life
Hope of the earth, my Jesus
You are the light of the world
You are the light of my life
Hope of the earth, my Jesus
Outro
I'm gonna be a light and let it shine
Be a light and let it shine...
Be a light and let it shine...
Be a light and let it shine...
Be a light and let it shine...
Be a light and let it shine...
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
Light of the World is a children's worship song that celebrates Jesus as the source of light and hope. The opening lines describe being called into "Your glorious light" and walking and talking with Him without fear, which gives the song a calm, trusting beginning.
The chorus names Jesus as "the light of the world" and "the light of my life," and the phrase "Hope of the earth" extends that claim beyond the individual. The closing section then turns outward with the refrain "I'm gonna be a light and let it shine," a call that matches Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:14-16 and His words in John 8:12. The movement from receiving light to sharing it is easy for children to follow, and the repeated lines make the song simple to learn and act out. It works well in Sunday school or family settings, where the central ideas are clear: Jesus brings light, fear gives way to trust, and His followers are invited to shine.
Related Scripture
- John 8:12 Jesus calls Himself the light of the world.
- Matthew 5:14-16 Jesus tells His followers to let their light shine.