In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.
Shine Hallelujah Shine
Bill Monroe Lyrics
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There was no one to guide my way
All my life I was in the shadow till I heard the Savior say
If you give heed to the blessed promise and become a child of mine
When you enter the gates of heaven, you will shine (shine) shine (shine) shine (shine)
Oh, I'm gonna shine (oh, I'm gonna shine)
Like the stars in the morning (in the bright morning)
When I enter (when I enter) the gates of heaven (glory, hallelujah)
I'm gonna shine (hallelujah) I'm gonna shine
Jesus Lord is now my refuge and He leads me by the hand
He will be my steady comfort till I reach the glory land
So press along with the hopes eternal, springing into his heart of mine
When I enter the gates of heaven, I will shine (shine) shine (shine) shine (shine)
Oh, I'm gonna shine (oh, I'm gonna shine)
Like the stars in the morning (in the bright morning)
Many mansions (many mansions) will be mine (will ever be mine)
When I enter (when I enter) the gates of heaven (glory, hallelujah)
I'm gonna shine (hallelujah) I'm gonna shine
We were burdened with many affections often when unsightly things we hear
But we'll all be like our Savior when we reach that home up there
Daily I'll walk in His dear footsteps growing more like Him all the time
When I enter the gates of heaven, I will shine (shine) shine (shine) shine (shine)
Oh, I'm gonna shine (oh, I'm gonna shine)
Like the stars in the morning (in the bright morning)
Many mansions (many mansions) will be mine (will ever be mine)
When I enter (when I enter) the gates of heaven (glory, hallelujah)
I'm gonna shine (hallelujah) I'm gonna shine
The lyrics to Bill Monroe's song Shine Hallelujah Shine speak to the joy and hope that comes with embracing faith in Jesus Christ. The singer describes their former struggles with sin, feeling lost in the shadows without any guidance. However, upon hearing the promise of salvation and becoming a child of God, the singer now has a bright future to look forward to. They paint a picture of entering the gates of heaven and shining like the stars in the morning, with many mansions to call their own.
The second verse focuses on the singer's current state of being led by Jesus as their refuge and steady comfort. They strive towards eternal hope and growing more like their Savior every day. The final verse speaks to the idea of leaving behind earthly burdens and becoming more like Jesus once they reach their eternal home. Throughout the song, there is a strong emphasis on the singer's future glory in heaven and their unwavering faith in Jesus.
Overall, Shine Hallelujah Shine is a song of comfort and hope for those who have struggled with sin and adversity. The lyrics emphasize the power of faith in Jesus to guide and provide a better future in the afterlife.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep in the morrow of sin I was sinking
I was trapped in a life of sin without any guidance or hope
There was no one to guide my way
I had no one to lead me towards a better path in life
All my life I was in the shadow till I heard the Savior say
I lived in darkness until I heard the words of Jesus Christ
If you give heed to the blessed promise and become a child of mine
If you believe in Christ's teachings and become a follower of His, you will be rewarded
When you enter the gates of heaven, you will shine (shine) shine (shine) shine (shine)
In heaven, you will radiate with joy, peace, and love
Jesus Lord is now my refuge and He leads me by the hand
Jesus is now my protector and guide in life
He will be my steady comfort till I reach the glory land
He will be my constant source of support and solace until I reach Heaven
So press along with the hopes eternal, springing into his heart of mine
So, follow His teachings and hold onto the promise of eternal life in Heaven
We were burdened with many affections often when unsightly things we hear
We are often weighed down by the negative things we see and hear in the world
But we'll all be like our Savior when we reach that home up there
But, someday, we will be like Christ when we reach heaven
Daily I'll walk in His dear footsteps growing more like Him all the time
Every day, I will strive to follow in Jesus' footsteps and become more like Him
When I enter the gates of heaven, I will shine (shine) shine (shine) shine (shine)
In heaven, I will shine with the light of Christ and all His goodness
Oh, I'm gonna shine (oh, I'm gonna shine)
I will radiate with happiness and greatness
Like the stars in the morning (in the bright morning)
I will be as bright and lovely as the stars in the morning
Many mansions (many mansions) will be mine (will ever be mine)
I will be rewarded with many blessings in Heaven
When I enter (when I enter) the gates of heaven (glory, hallelujah)
When I enter the gates of Heaven, I will be overjoyed and filled with awe
I'm gonna shine (hallelujah) I'm gonna shine
I will shine with the glory of God and rejoice in His love forever
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BILL MONROE
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