Stryper - Let There Be Light Lyrics
Lyrics
On the first day He made Heaven, then earth and said let there be light
Then He separated the water from the sky
The ground becomes land, and waters became the seas, He was pleased
Trees would take root, and live to bear fruit
(Chorus)
Let There Be Light- Day and a Night
Stars shining bright - Let There Be Light!
And then upon the fifth day, fish would swim and birds could fly
Land bearing creatures, all according to their kind
And so it shall be, a man and a woman after Thee, and He was pleased
Soon they'll increase and rule every beast
(Chorus)
Let There Be Light- Day and a Night
Stars shining bright - Let There Be Light!
(Chorus)
Let There Be Light- Day and a Night
Stars shining bright - Let There Be Light!
Video
Stryper - Let There Be Light (Official Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
Stryper's "Let There Be Light," featured on their *Fallen* album and released on October 16, 2015, embarks on an awe-inspiring journey through the biblical account of creation. This song is not merely a melodic interpretation but a direct, reverent homage to the opening chapters of Genesis, articulating the profound power and intentionality behind God's formation of the cosmos. It aims to stir a sense of wonder and reinforce the core truth of a sovereign Creator, drawing readers into the foundational story of existence itself.
The opening lines immediately anchor the piece to Genesis 1:1-3, proclaiming the creation of heaven and earth, followed by the divine command for light to appear. This powerful utterance echoes God's initial act, bringing order and visibility to what was "formless and empty" and covered in darkness. The declaration of "Let there be light" signifies not just physical illumination, but the very commencement of God's active shaping of creation, revealing His presence and purpose where none existed. The narrative then continues with the separation of waters from the sky, a clear reference to the second day of creation described in Genesis 1:6-8, where God created the expanse to divide the waters above from the waters below. This meticulous division establishes the very atmospheric structure that sustains life.
The song then progresses to the formation of dry land and seas on the third day, as detailed in Genesis 1:9-10, noting that "He was pleased." This recurring divine affirmation throughout Genesis highlights God’s satisfaction with His perfect design and execution. The planting of vegetation follows, with trees taking root to bear fruit, mirroring Genesis 1:11-12, where God commanded the earth to produce various forms of plant life, each bearing seed according to its kind. These initial verses paint a picture of deliberate, purposeful action, where each stage of creation builds upon the last with divine precision.
The powerful chorus, "Let There Be Light- Day and a Night, Stars shining bright - Let There Be Light!", acts as a central refrain, extending beyond the literal light of day one. While it initially celebrates the separation of day from night (Genesis 1:3-5), its mention of "stars shining bright" clearly points to the fourth day, when God placed the sun, moon, and stars in the sky to govern the day and night, and to serve as signs for seasons, days, and years (Genesis 1:14-19). This reiteration of "Let There Be Light" transcends a mere historical recounting; it resonates as a timeless declaration of God's ongoing illuminating presence, calling to mind the profound spiritual truth that He is the source of all truth and understanding, much like John 1:4-5 declares that in Him was life, and that life was the light of mankind, shining in the darkness.
Moving to the fifth day, the song describes the vibrant emergence of fish swimming and birds flying, beautifully reflecting Genesis 1:20-23, where the waters teemed with living creatures and the skies filled with birds. This explosion of life in the aquatic and aerial realms showcases God's boundless creativity and provision. The narrative then shifts to the sixth day with "Land bearing creatures, all according to their kind," echoing Genesis 1:24-25, which details the creation of livestock, creatures that move along the ground, and wild animals, all distinct in their forms. The ultimate act of creation follows, a man and a woman fashioned after God, with the affirmation that "He was pleased," directly referencing Genesis 1:26-27, where humanity is uniquely fashioned in God's image, a pinnacle of His creation, set apart with dignity and purpose. This crowning act, again met with divine pleasure, underscores the special relationship God intended with His human creation.
The final line of the verse, describing how humanity would increase and rule every beast, succinctly encapsulates the cultural mandate given in Genesis 1:28, to be fruitful, multiply, and exercise responsible dominion over the earth. Stryper's "Let There Be Light" serves as a profound reminder not only of God’s unmatched creative power but also of His meticulous design and loving intention for all He made, especially for humanity. It calls us to reflect on the grandeur of our origins and to recognize the enduring truth that the same God who commanded physical light into existence continues to offer spiritual light, illuminating hearts and minds with the knowledge of His glory (2 Corinthians 4:6). The song inspires a deeper appreciation for the Creator, urging a recognition of His sovereignty and an embrace of the light He offers to a world still in need of His guiding truth, ultimately encouraging all to live as reflections of that divine illumination.