Lyrics
Lord, let Your light
Light of Your face
Shine on us
Lord, let Your light
Light of Your face
Shine on us
That we may be saved
That we may have life
To find our way
In the darkest night
Let your light shine on us
Lord, let Your love
Love with no end
Come over us
Lord, let Your love
Love with no end
Come over us
That we may be saved
That we may have life
To find our way
In the darkest night
Let Your love come over us
Lord, let your grace
Grace from Your hand
Come over us
That we may be saved
That we may have life
To find our way In the darkest night
Let Your grace come over us
Let Your life shine on us
Let Your love come over us
Let Your face
Come over us
Let Your light
Shine on us
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Meaning & Inspiration
Shine on Us is a prayer for God’s light, love, and grace to cover His people. Each section asks for a gift that comes from God rather than from human strength. Light provides direction in darkness, love surrounds without end, and grace brings life and salvation. The repeated requests give the song a reverent, communal character, with each phrase returning to dependence on the Lord.
The central image closely echoes the priestly blessing in Numbers 6, where God’s face shines upon His people and grace follows His favor. It also recalls biblical language that presents divine light as guidance through darkness. By linking the shining face of God with salvation and life, the lyrics treat His presence as both comfort and direction. The closing lines gather the prayer into a concise appeal for light and love to come over the gathered people. The song remains focused on God as the source of rescue, life, guidance, and undeserved favor.
Related Scripture
- Numbers 6:24-26 The priestly blessing asks God to make His face shine and give peace.
- Psalm 80:3 The psalm asks God to let His face shine so His people may be saved.
- John 8:12 Jesus describes Himself as the light that leads to life.