We Are
Kari Jobe Lyrics
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Every fear, every pain
Live inside the dark
But that's who we are
We are children of the day
So wake up sleeper
Lift your head
Fight the shadows, conquer death
Make the most of time we have left
We are the light of the world
We are the city on the hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta
We gotta let the light shine
Let the light shine
Let the light shine
We are called to spread the news
Tell the world the simple truth
Jesus came to save
There's freedom in his name
So let it all breakthrough
We are the light, we are the light
We are the light
To let your light shine brighter
We are the light, we are the light
We are the light, Jesus
We are the light, we are the light
We are the light
We will lift you high and
Shine, shine, shine
We gotta shine, we gotta shine
Let the light shine
Let the light shine
Kari Jobe's song "We Are" is a powerful anthem that celebrates the light within each of us as believers. The opening lines "Every secret, every shame, every fear, every pain live inside the dark" acknowledge the struggles and burdens of the human experience. But the chorus reminds us that "that's who we are," as children of the day. We were created for more than just dwelling in darkness and shadow. So, the song implores the listener to "wake up sleeper, lift your head" and fight against the shadows that may be holding them back. Jobe recognizes that our time on earth is limited and we should make the most of it, "make the most of the time we have left."
The song continues to explain that we, as Christians, are the light of the world, the city on the hill. We are not to keep that light hidden but to let it shine for all to see. We are called to spread the good news of Jesus Christ and share the freedom that comes with his saving name. The song encourages us to let go of anything that may be blocking the light within and let it "shine brighter." It's a call to action to make a real difference in the world by sharing the light within with others.
Overall, "We Are" is an uplifting and empowering song that reminds us of who we are and what we are called to do as believers. It motivates us to rise up and be the light in a dark world, sharing the love of Christ with those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Every secret, every shame
All our secrets and shames reside inside our being
Every fear, every pain
We are haunted by every fear and pain we have experienced
Live inside the dark
All the aforementioned reside within our internal darkness
But that's who we are
Our internal struggles are a part of us
We are children of the day
We are meant to live in the daylight
So wake up sleeper
It is time to arise from a state of slumber
Lift your head
Rise above the darkness and look to the light
We were meant for more than this
Our purpose goes beyond just mere existence
Fight the shadows, conquer death
Do not be afraid to confront the darkness and overcome it
Make the most of time we have left
Utilize the remaining time we have to make an impact for good
We are the light of the world
We bring hope and positivity to those around us
We are the city on the hill
We stand out and are a beacon of goodness
We gotta let the light shine
We must allow our inner light to radiate outward
We are called to spread the news
We have a duty to share the truths we know
Tell the world the simple truth
Communicate the message of hope truthfully and plainly
Jesus came to save
Jesus is the savior who can lead us out of darkness
There's freedom in his name
His name brings freedom from internal and external struggles
So let it all breakthrough
Let go of internal struggles and allow freedom to take over
We will lift you high
We will bring people up and inspire them to be better
Shine, shine, shine
Radiate positivity and hope
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Chuck Butler, Ed Cash, Hillary McBride, James Tealy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Karen Estrela
Every secret, every shame
Every fear, every pain
Live inside the dark
But that's not who we are
We are children of the day
So wake up sleeper, lift your head
We were meant for more than this
Fight the shadows conquer death
Make the most of the time we have left
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
We are called to spread the news
Tell the world the simple truth
Jesus came to save, there's freedom in his name
So let his love break through
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light, we are the light, we are the light
So let your light shine brighter
We are the light, we are the light, we are the light
Jesus
You are the light, you are the light, you are the light
We will lift you higher
Shine, shine, shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
Melody Kasih
Shalom. I am from Malaysia. I have an aunt who was diagnosed with brain tumor the 4th stage. She has been coma for 3 months. Our family still believes that God has never left us. God is always with her. We keep praying. Praise God she is now conscious but still could not move her body. We desperately need prayers from you guys so that her can recover from the disease. Let God touched all over her body and heal her in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
German Aguilar
AWESOME!!!🌌🌸
Karen Estrela
Every secret, every shame
Every fear, every pain
Live inside the dark
But that's not who we are
We are children of the day
So wake up sleeper, lift your head
We were meant for more than this
Fight the shadows conquer death
Make the most of the time we have left
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
We are called to spread the news
Tell the world the simple truth
Jesus came to save, there's freedom in his name
So let his love break through
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light, we are the light, we are the light
So let your light shine brighter
We are the light, we are the light, we are the light
Jesus
You are the light, you are the light, you are the light
We will lift you higher
Shine, shine, shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
triciaaa
Karen Estrela thanks for the lyrics.
My DRAWINGS
Thank you 🙏
Mateus Tavares
Parabéns pela tradução 👏
YUe Light
Some of the words are wrong but thanks anyway
4urgrace
Karen Estrela bb
ANDRÉIA SILVA
Glória a Deus❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Angela Justice
She is right!! We are!! Sissy you are amazing!! Jesus shines in all of us:-)