Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Fear Not
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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Straight to where the Baby lay:
Rich and poor and lonely
Bow before this sight.
A star has led them to this place
The Word that′s been echoing through space
Becomes a Child tonight.
Light to shine in the darkest night,
Light to make all the wrong things right.
Light to show everyone the way,
Light to shine where the virgin lay.
Star of David, the prophet's star.
Yahweh, God come to where we are.
Star to mark the Messiah′s birth,
Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight.
Angel voices fill the air,
Angel wings are everywhere. Light so bright it's blinding.
Shepherds shake with fright.
A warmth begins to flood the hill.
"Fear not!" Peace to you, goodwill, comes to earth tonight.
Light to shine in the darkest night,
Light to make all the wrong things right.
Light to show everyone the way.
Light to shine where the virgin lay.
Star of David, the prophet's star,
Yahweh, God come to where we are.
Star to mark the Messiah′s birth,
Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight.
The light will be so bright,
It will shine through the darkest night.
Send down Your holy light!
Light to shine in the darkest night,
Light to make all the wrong things right.
Star of David, the prophet′s star,
Light to show everyone the way.
Light to shine where the virgin lay.
Yahweh, God come to where we are.
Star to mark the Messiah's birth,
Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight.
Light to shine where the virgin lay.
Star of David, the prophet′s star,
Light to shine in the darkest night,
Light to make all the wrong things right.
Light to show everyone the way.
Yahweh, God come to where we are.
Star to mark the Messiah's birth,
Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight,
Tonight, tonight, tonight, Tonight,
Tonight, tonight, Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight!
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The song "Fear Not" by Bill & Gloria Gaither is a moving hymn about the birth of Jesus Christ. It tells the story of how the Kings and shepherds came to witness the birth of the baby Jesus. The song speaks to how people from all walks of life bowed down before the sight of Jesus, the savior, and how the star led the way showing the path to the child. The music is focused on celebrating the vibrant light which has come to earth with the prophetic birth of Jesus Christ.
The song talks about the light of the Messiah and how this light has come to shine in the darkest night. Through his birth, the wrongs will be made right, and light will shine where the virgin lay. The song talks about the star, which is the mark of the Messiah's birth, and how it touches the earth. The lyrics create an aura of hope and joy as they focus on the light that has come to earth.
In conclusion, "Fear Not" by Bill & Gloria Gaither is a hymn that is full of hope and joy. The song speaks about the birth of Jesus Christ and how it has brought light into the world, and how this light will shine through the darkest of nights. It is a song that reminds us of the true significance of Christmas, and it reminds us to have faith and to never be afraid because the savior has come.
Line by Line Meaning
Kings and shepherds make their way
Straight to where the Baby lay:
The king and shepherds journey to where baby Jesus lays.
Rich and poor and lonely
Bow before this sight.
All, regardless of wealth or solitude, bow before the sight of baby Jesus.
A star has led them to this place
The Word that′s been echoing through space
Becomes a Child tonight.
The star led the king and shepherds to Jesus, the Word becomes human tonight.
Light to shine in the darkest night,
Light to make all the wrong things right.
Light to show everyone the way,
Light to shine where the virgin lay.
Jesus is the light that will shine in darkness, righting all wrongs, and guiding all to where he was born.
Star of David, the prophet's star.
Yahweh, God come to where we are.
Star to mark the Messiah′s birth,
Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight.
The star marks the Messiah's birth, symbolizing Yahweh's presence on earth.
Angel voices fill the air,
Angel wings are everywhere. Light so bright it's blinding.
Shepherds shake with fright.
A warmth begins to flood the hill.
The angels appeared with a bright light that frightens the shepherds; but their message is one of comfort and brings warmth to the hillside.
"Fear not!" Peace to you, goodwill, comes to earth tonight.
The message of the angels is to have no fear, since tonight brings peace and goodwill to all.
The light will be so bright,
It will shine through the darkest night.
Send down Your holy light!
Jesus' light will be so bright that it will pierce even the darkest of nights, and it is hoped that God will bless us with more light.
Tonight, tonight, tonight, Tonight,
Tonight, tonight, Star of Heaven now touches earth tonight!
Tonight is a special night, where the Star of Heaven touches the earth.
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Writer(s): Ricky Charles Perkins
Contributed by Emma B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bethneal6084
Now that's how you celebrate the birth of our Jesus Messiah!
@denisekerr4647
From crying in the last song to rejoicing! Thank you Lord for music that shows Your great love for us, having a cry for those we miss alowing the tears to flow, next lifting our spirits with the JOY of all creation JESUS! Glad tidings it surley is!!!
@danielisrael2809
All 5 of these guys can sing,I just get in the spirit and cry,cry,cry.Praise the Father!!!
@user-ks9tc5yr6m
Folks this is Christian music. And these men are all much more capable of singing then most of us on this thread. Quit complaining. And to the man complaining about the drums read Psalms 150:5. We all have our favorites but most of them chose when to leave the vocal band. What was Bill supposed to do pack it up and call it a day. Quit comparing and enjoy the group as it is. Focus on the fact they are trying to glorify God with the gifts He has given them. Get caught up in the worship and quit 3:58 whining about it. Wes talked in an interview he did with Andy Andrews about the nastiness he received when he replaced David Phelps. People still waste time comparing the two. Both men are incredibly talented but people have to make it a contest. Wes has been with Bill 18 years now. He deserves respect for his steady presence in this group. Sorry if this post seems overly critical but I get caught up in a performance and then I read all the criticism and it brings me crashing down. Remember this is Christian music.
@richhaubrich6126
I like all Gaither singers.
@patsygratz5935
The best GVB group. Reggie adds so much vocally and personality wise.
@DorothyKuhnert-kq8pp
The past singers were good,
but I LOVE LOVE the new
Gather Band ❤️🙏🙏
@homeworshipwithmartyandamy7754
A fun song with a good message! Thank you!
@mumtazabad
My favorite Gaither Vocal Band!!!!😊😊❤
@shorty7363
They are awesome! That's true, but I miss when David Phelps was a member! His voice is just so amazing!😍