During the next two decades Carman changed the face of Christian music and evolved contemporary evangelism into what it is today. Carman established "Carman World Outreach," a non-profit organization that helps touch the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. Billboard Magazine recognized Carman's influence in Christian music by first naming him "Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year" in 1990. He has received numerous gold and platinum albums and videos. Even with all this success, the heartbeat of this Champion for Christ continues to beat strong for the souls of people who need Jesus. As an outflow of this passion, Carman had more than 50,000 people attend his "Music for Peace" crusade in Johannesburg, South Africa. These numbers topped the charts as his largest concert crusade ever, until more than 70,000 people packed the legendary Texas Stadium, making it the largest Christian concert in history.
For over 26 years, Carman has entertained, encouraged and preached the Gospel to millions-crossing denominational, cultural and ethnic lines. During this time, he has never compromised the call to take the Gospel to every person.
Carman died on February 16, 2021 (28 days after his 65th birthday) in a Las Vegas hospital, after a series of complications resulting from surgery to repair a hiatal hernia. He was survived by his ex-wife, five stepchildren and ten step-grandchildren.
The Light of Jesus to the World
Carman Lyrics
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Who's gonna be the bold one to tell the pimps and the prostitutes the affection that they crave is found in Christ?
Who'll take the breastplate of righteousness into this country's schools and preach holiness to every boy and girl?
Well, it's you and it's me who'll witness for the Savior, and be the light of Jesus to the world.
Tell me who'll walk strong and tall and gird their loins with truth and stand and say "abortion is a sin"?
Who will confront the politicians with all of their deception and say in heaven, God won't let liars in?
Who'll take the helmet of salvation out into Wall Street and teach wealth is more than cars, diamonds and pearls?
Because it's you and it's me, we are the world's examples, our govenrment won't teach us how to pray. Tell me when was the last time you witnessed to your neighbor and told him that Jesus is the way?
Because they're dying out in Vegas, they think gambling's the answer.
In Hollywood, they're lost in lust for fame.
The homosexual in San Francisco's trapped in vile bondage, and in Miami, drugs still play their hellish game.
Someone has to walk this gospel of peace throughout our nations. Our TV game shows won't clear out our jails.
Because it's you and it's me who'll bear the lamp of God and be the light of Jesus to world. I said it's you and it's me, we're still called his disciples, who'll be the bring the light of Jesus to the world?
The song "The Light of Jesus to the World" by Carman is a call to action for Christians to take their faith out into the world and be a beacon of hope and love. The lyrics ask powerful questions about who will be the ones to take the message of Christ to those who need it the most: the street gangs, the prostitutes, the politicians, the wealthy, and those trapped in addiction and bondage. The song emphasizes that it is not just the responsibility of pastors and missionaries, but rather each and every individual believer to live out their faith and share it with those around them.
The lyrics challenge believers to live a life of boldness, truth, righteousness, and salvation. The message is clear - it is up to us to be the light of Jesus to the world. The song also highlights some of the struggles that exist in society, such as gambling, lust for fame, and drug addiction. It encourages Christians to walk the gospel of peace and be the change that the world needs.
Overall, Carman's "The Light of Jesus to the World" is a powerful call to action for Christians to take their faith seriously and make a difference in the world. It challenges believers to step out of their comfort zones and be bold witnesses for Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's gonna take the shield of faith out into the ghettos and witness to the street gangs of the night?
Who will have the courage to venture out into the dangerous ghettos and share the message of God's love with the violent street gangs?
Who's gonna be the bold one to tell the pimps and the prostitutes the affection that they crave is found in Christ?
Who will bravely approach those who sell their bodies and tell them that the love they seek is in Christ?
Who'll take the breastplate of righteousness into this country's schools and preach holiness to every boy and girl?
Who will go into schools and teach young students about moral purity and righteousness through God's word?
Well, it's you and it's me who'll witness for the Savior, and be the light of Jesus to the world.
You and me are the ones who will be the messengers for Christ, spreading His light and salvation to the world.
Tell me who'll walk strong and tall and gird their loins with truth and stand and say "abortion is a sin"?
Who is bold enough to stand up for the truth and proclaim that abortion is a sin?
Who will confront the politicians with all of their deception and say in heaven, God won't let liars in?
Who will challenge the dishonesty of politicians and remind them that God won't allow deceivers into heaven?
Who'll take the helmet of salvation out into Wall Street and teach wealth is more than cars, diamonds and pearls?
Who has the courage to take the message of salvation to Wall Street and teach that true wealth is not found in material possessions?
Because it's you and it's me who'll take the cross of Calvary and be the light of Jesus to the world.
It is you and me who will carry the burden of Christ and spread His light and love throughout the world.
Because they're dying out in Vegas, they think gambling's the answer. In Hollywood, they're lost in lust for fame. The homosexual in San Francisco's trapped in vile bondage, and in Miami, drugs still play their hellish game.
People in different parts of the world are lost in various forms of sin, such as gambling in Vegas, fame in Hollywood, homosexuality in San Francisco and drug addiction in Miami.
Someone has to walk this gospel of peace throughout our nations. Our TV game shows won't clear out our jails.
We need someone to spread the message of peace and love to our nations, as TV game shows won't be enough to address the problems of crime and imprisonment.
Because it's you and it's me who'll bear the lamp of God and be the light of Jesus to world.
Once again, it is up to us to carry the torch of God's message and be a beacon of light to the world.
I said it's you and it's me, we're still called his disciples, who'll be the bring the light of Jesus to the world?
We are the disciples of Christ and it is our duty to spread His message of hope and salvation to the world.
Contributed by Jordyn F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.