Lyrics
(Hook 1) (Choir Unison)
He's the Light, Light of the world.
He's the Light, He is the Light of the world (2x)
He's ever shining, shining in my soul.
Oh ever shining, shining in my soul.
(Repeat Hook 1 2x)
(Verse: Girl Worship Leader)
When darkness comes, don't fret or cry.
Just call on Jesus and do as I.
(Pre-Chorus:)
Let me tell ya, He will save your soul, renew your strength,
open up your heart and let the Light come in.
(Hook 2:)
He's ever shining, shining in my soul
Oh ever shining, shining in my soul
Bridge: Choir/Praise Team Unison
God's Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
Everywhere I go I'll take my light so that men might see Christ in me.
(Hook 2)
(BRIDGE 1)
(Bridge 2:)
Ever shining ever, shining
Jesus is ever, shining, ever, shining.
(Repeat Bridge 2)
(Hook 3:)
Shining in my soul, oh ever shining
shining in my soul
(Women: my soul)
Ever shining, shining in my soul
Vamp: Trio Unison Cues
Ever shining (3x)
Jesus is ever shining, ever shining
(Repeat entire Vamp)
(Hook 3:)
Shining in my soul
Oh ever shining, shining in my soul
(Women: My soul)
Ever shining in my soul
Oh ever shining, shining in my soul
My soul ever shining, shining in my soul
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Meaning & Inspiration
The Light describes Jesus as an unfailing light whose presence reaches both the world and the inner life of the worshiper. Its recurring image of light shining in the soul sets hope against darkness, while the verse directs anxious attention toward Christ for salvation and renewed strength. The invitation to open the heart gives the lyric the character of a response to grace rather than a claim of self-sufficiency.
The bridge draws directly from Psalm 119:105 by naming Gods word as a lamp for the feet and a light for the path. It then turns toward the public witness described in Matthew 5:16, carrying that light so that others may see Christ reflected in faithful living. Repeated choir lines reinforce the enduring nature of that light and make the songs central confession unmistakable: Jesus continues to shine, guide, save, and strengthen.
Related Scripture
- Psalm 119:105 The song directly echoes the description of Gods word as a lamp and a light for the path.
- Matthew 5:16 Jesus teaches that light should shine before others so that God is glorified.
- John 8:12 Jesus identifies himself as the light of the world.