Unspoken - Start A Fire Lyrics
Lyrics
This world can be cold and bitter
Feels like we're in the dead of winter
Waiting on something better
But am I really gonna hide forever?
Over and over again
I hear Your voice in my head
Let Your light shine, let Your light shine for all to see
[Chorus:]
Start a fire in my soul
Fan the flame and make it grow
So there’s no doubt or denying
Let it burn so brightly
That everyone around can see
That it’s You, that it’s You that we need
Start a fire in me
You only need a spark to start a whole blaze
It only takes a little faith
Let it start right here in this city
So these old walls will never be the same
Over and over again
I hear Your voice in my head
They need to know
I need to go
Spirit won't You fall on my heart now
[Chorus:]
Start a fire in my soul
Fan the flame and make it grow
So there’s no doubt or denying
Let it burn so brightly
That everyone around can see
That it’s You, that it’s You that we need
Start a fire in me
[Bridge:]
You are the fire You are the flame
You are the light on the darkest day
We have the hope we bear Your name
We carry the news that You have come to save
Only You can save
[Chorus:]
Start a fire in my soul
Fan the flame and make it grow
So there’s no doubt or denying
Let it burn so brightly
That everyone around can see
That it’s You, that it’s You that we need
Start a fire in me
Video
Unspoken - Start A Fire (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Unspoken's self-titled album, released in 2013, features a powerful anthem titled "Start A Fire," a track that beckons listeners to ignite a passion for faith and action within their lives. The song’s core message resonates with the profound call to share the transformative power of God's love with the world, urging believers to be active participants in spreading His light. This isn't merely a suggestion; it's a divine imperative, echoing the mandate found in Matthew 5:16, where Jesus instructs, "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." "Start A Fire" captures this spirit of outward expression, encouraging a vibrant and unashamed declaration of one's faith. The song speaks to the idea that our witness, much like a spark, has the potential to ignite something much larger, mirroring the growth and impact of the mustard seed in Jesus' parable (Mark 4:30-32), which starts small but grows to provide shelter. The deliberate choice of the title itself, "Start A Fire," powerfully evokes imagery of warmth, transformation, and the spreading of something essential, much like the Holy Spirit’s presence described in Acts 2:2-4, where tongues of fire appeared and a mighty wind swept through the room, empowering the disciples. This song challenges complacency, prompting reflection on whether our faith is merely an internal flame or a burning passion that radiates outwards, influencing our communities and drawing others to the source of true hope. It encourages us to move beyond passive observation and embrace a role of active engagement, becoming living testaments to the enduring power of God’s grace, a concept deeply rooted in the New Testament's emphasis on bearing fruit (John 15:8) and being a witness to Christ’s resurrection.