“Christ, Be Our Light” is a contemporary Christian hymn that has gained popularity for its uplifting and prayerful nature. The lyrics focus on invoking Christ to be the guiding light in the lives of believers, bringing hope, peace, and illumination to their spiritual journey. The hymn emphasizes the transformative power of Christ’s presence in the midst of darkness and challenges.
The hymn was written by Bernadette Farrell, a British hymn writer, liturgist, and composer. “Christ, Be Our Light” was composed in the late 20th century and has since become widely used in various Christian denominations, especially in liturgical settings.
“Christ, Be Our Light” is often used in various worship settings, including church services, retreats, and special liturgical occasions. The melody is melodic and easy to sing, contributing to its widespread use in congregational singing. The hymn’s prayerful and hopeful tone makes it suitable for moments of reflection, meditation, and communal worship.
As with many contemporary hymns, there might be different musical arrangements and recordings of “Christ, Be Our Light,” providing variations in style and interpretation while maintaining the core message of seeking Christ’s light in our lives.
Christ, Be Our Light (Christian Hymn) Lyrics
In deepest night, shadows are lifted
Now let your servant go forth in peace
Your Word fulfilled, your promise honored
Love that will never cease!
Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts
Shine through the darkness
Christ, be our light!
Shine in your church gathered today
With our own eyes, we see salvation
Within our hearts, we are set free
Your Word made flesh, hope of the nations
Light for the world to see!
Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts
Shine through the darkness
Christ, be our light!
Shine in your church gathered today
Christ, be our hope! Christ, be our purpose!
Christ, be our vision, radiant and bright!
Christ, be our Way, shatt’ring our blindness
Gifting us with your sight!
Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts
Shine through the darkness
Christ, be our light!
Shine in your church gathered today
Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts
Shine through the darkness
Christ, be our light!
Shine in your church gathered today
