Let There Be Light
John David Webster Lyrics

Star of wonder, star of might
The song begins with a description of a special star that stands out in the sky, symbolizing the advent of something significant.

Star with royal beauty bright
The star that is being referred to stands out with its unique and unparalleled beauty and magnificence, befitting of something or someone royal.

Westward leading, still proceeding
The star is moving in a particular direction, guiding people towards something of great importance, urging them to keep going.

Guide us to thy perfect light
The people being guided by the star are seeking something that is perfect, and the star symbolizes the light that will lead them to it.

From the beginning, the Father
God the Father had a plan right from the very beginning of time.

Had a magnificent plan
God's plan was grand, marvelous, and amazing beyond human imagination.

Revealed through the law and the prophets
God's plan was gradually revealed to humanity through the laws and the messages given to the prophets as recorded in the Bible.

To fulfill the redemption of man
God's ultimate goal was to redeem humanity from their sinful nature, and His plan was directed towards this end.

You spoke after centuries of silence
God appeared to be silent and distant from humanity for a long time, but suddenly decided to make His presence known through a miraculous event.

In the midst of a still, starry night
The birth of Jesus, the Son of God, happened in a calm and peaceful night, amplified by the brightness of the star that guided people to the scene.

And Emmanuel came down among us
Jesus, whose name means 'God with us,' came down to earth and manifested himself as a human being to live among humans.

And the Father said, 'Let there be light'
God the Father sent Jesus Christ to the world, bringing hope to humanity and dispelling the darkness of sin that enveloped the world.

Let there be light, let it shine bright
The phrase 'let there be light' speaks to the urgency and the importance of the mission that Jesus Christ had come into the world to fulfill, and his shining example ought to guide humanity's journey.

Piercing the darkness with dazzling white
Jesus' message is meant to cut through the darkness of sin that had epitomized humanity and shine bright, illuminating hearts and souls everywhere.

Hope for the hopeless was born on that night
Jesus' coming brought hope to the people who had lost all hope and given up completely due to the hardships of life.

When God sent His Son and said, 'Let there be light'
Jesus Christ's coming to the world was God the Father's way of causing a major shift in the world, leaving no one in darkness or despair.

People who walked in great darkness
The people of the world, before Jesus' coming, were said to be living in great darkness, sin, and hopelessness.

Gathered from near and afar
People of all walks of life, with different stories and circumstances, came together to witness the birth of the Savior.

Shepherds with flocks in their keeping
Even the lowliest of people, such as shepherds, were included in Jesus' coming, indicating that his message was meant for everyone, regardless of one's societal position or wealth.

Three kings who follow a star
In an interesting recollection of events, wise men following the star came from far places, showing the global reach of Jesus' message.

Together the poor and the richest
Jesus' birth brought people together, as wealth, status, and point of origin didn't matter. All stood side by side in their witness of the Savior.

Witness that Bethlehem night
The birth of Jesus was an event that people remembered and attested to for years to come, as it marked a significant shift in humanity's spiritual outlook.

And the sky full of Angels announcing
The birth of Jesus was so significant that even angels showed up in a mass display in the sky, announcing the arrival of the Savior.

The birth of a glorious light
Jesus Christ's birth brought about a transformative event that could only be described as glorious, and His light shone over the world.

We, who are His, have this calling
As followers of Christ, those who profess to believe in Him have an obligation and are called to serve Him in all aspects of our lives.

To praise Him and make His name known
Through praising God and sharing His message widely, we can ensure that Jesus Christ's name remains known and celebrated throughout generations.

So one day the presence of Jesus
As believers, one day, Christ's presence will be felt everywhere, and His message will become more visible and impactful.

Shines in every heart and every home
This phrase emphasizes that the light of Christ can shine not only in the physical world but also in the individual hearts and souls of every believer.