Marvelous Light
Maranatha! Music Lyrics
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Out of darkness, out of shame.
Through the cross you are the truth,
You are the life, you are the way
I once was fatherless,
A stranger with no hope;
Your kindness wakened me,
Your love it beckons deeply,
A call to come and die.
By grace now I will come
And take this life, take Your life.
Sin has lost it's power,
Death has lost it′s sting.
From the grave You've risen
VICTORIOUSLY!
Into marvelous light I'm running,
Out of darkness, out of shame.
Through the cross you are the truth,
You are the life, you are the way
My dead heart now is beating,
My deepest stains now clean.
Your breath fills up my lungs.
Now I′m free. Now I′m free!
Sin has lost it's power,
Death has lost it′s sting.
From the grave You've risen
VICTORIOUSLY!
Into marvelous light I′m running,
Out of darkness, out of shame.
Through the cross you are the truth,
You are the life, you are the way
Into marvelous light I'm running,
Out of darkness, out of shame.
Through the cross you are the truth,
You are the life, you are the way
Lift my hands and spin around,
See the light that I have found.
Oh the marvelous light
Marvelous light
Lift my hands and spin around,
See the light that I have found.
Oh the marvelous light
Marvelous light
Sin has lost it′s power,
Death has lost it's sting.
From the grave You've risen
VICTORIOUSLY!
Into marvelous light I′m running,
Out of darkness, out of shame.
Through the cross you are the truth,
You are the life, you are the way
Into marvelous light I′m running,
Out of darkness, out of shame.
Through the cross you are the truth,
You are the life, you are the way
Lift my hands and spin around,
See the light that I have found.
Oh the marvelous light
Marvelous light
The lyrics to Maranatha! Music's song "Marvelous Light" describe a transformational journey from darkness and shame into a place of freedom and joy through the power of God's love and grace.
The first verse sets the tone for the song, emphasizing the contrast between darkness and light. The singer expresses a desire to run into the marvelous light, leaving behind the darkness and shame that once surrounded them. The cross is highlighted as a symbol of truth, life, and the way to this marvelous light, implying the redemptive power of Jesus' sacrifice.
The second verse reflects on the singer's past state of hopelessness and feeling like a stranger without a father. However, the kindness of God awakened them from their spiritual slumber and brought them into a new life. This awakening is portrayed as a divine call to come and die, allowing oneself to be transformed by the grace of God.
The chorus celebrates the victory over sin and death that Christ's resurrection brings. Sin, once powerful and death, once terrifying, have lost their grip in the light of Christ's triumph over the grave. This victory is described as being achieved triumphantly.
The bridge further expresses the profound impact of God's love and grace. The singer declares that their heart, once dead, is now alive and beating. Their deepest stains have been cleansed, and their lungs are filled with the breath of God. This newfound freedom and life are celebrated with joy and gratitude.
In the final section, the singer lifts their hands and spins around, symbolizing the exuberance and delight that comes from experiencing the marvelous light of God's presence. They marvel at the light they have found and express their desire to be continually in its radiance.
Overall, "Marvelous Light" is a worshipful anthem of gratitude and joy, portraying the transformational power of God's love, grace, and victory over darkness. It encourages listeners to run towards the light, leaving behind their past struggles and embracing the truth, life, and way found in Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
Into marvelous light I'm running
I am eagerly and joyfully seeking to enter a state of spiritual enlightenment and freedom
Out of darkness, out of shame
Escaping from a state of ignorance and guilt
Through the cross you are the truth
You, through the crucifixion, represent absolute truth and understanding
You are the life, you are the way
You embody existence and the path to spiritual fulfillment
I once was fatherless
I used to feel abandoned and without guidance or support
A stranger with no hope
I felt like an outsider and lacked optimism or expectation
Your kindness wakened me
Your benevolence aroused me from a state of spiritual slumber or apathy
Awakened me, from my sleep
Stirred me up and brought me out of a state of spiritual unawareness
Your love it beckons deeply
Your love irresistibly calls and invites me to respond
A call to come and die
An urging to surrender my old self and let go of my former ways
By grace now I will come
Through divine favor, I will now approach and accept
And take this life, take Your life
To receive and embrace the new existence, to share in Your divine nature
Sin has lost its power
Wrongdoings and transgressions no longer hold any dominion or control
Death has lost its sting
The fear and finality of death have been nullified
From the grave You've risen VICTORIOUSLY!
You have triumphantly emerged from death, overcoming its power
My dead heart now is beating
My spiritually lifeless heart is now alive and filled with vigor
My deepest stains now clean
The most profound blemishes and impurities within me are now purged and purified
Your breath fills up my lungs
Your life-giving presence permeates my being, revitalizing and sustaining me
Now I'm free. Now I'm free!
I am liberated and unrestrained, no longer held captive by my past
Lift my hands and spin around
I raise my hands in joyful celebration and twirl with exultation
See the light that I have found
Beholding the radiant illumination and guidance that I have discovered
Oh the marvelous light
Oh, the astounding and awe-inspiring brilliance
Sin has lost its power
Wrongdoings and transgressions no longer hold any dominion or control
Death has lost its sting
The fear and finality of death have been nullified
From the grave You've risen VICTORIOUSLY!
You have triumphantly emerged from death, overcoming its power
Into marvelous light I'm running
I am eagerly and joyfully seeking to enter a state of spiritual enlightenment and freedom
Out of darkness, out of shame
Escaping from a state of ignorance and guilt
Through the cross you are the truth
You, through the crucifixion, represent absolute truth and understanding
You are the life, you are the way
You embody existence and the path to spiritual fulfillment
Into marvelous light I'm running
I am eagerly and joyfully seeking to enter a state of spiritual enlightenment and freedom
Out of darkness, out of shame
Escaping from a state of ignorance and guilt
Through the cross you are the truth
You, through the crucifixion, represent absolute truth and understanding
You are the life, you are the way
You embody existence and the path to spiritual fulfillment
Lift my hands and spin around
I raise my hands in joyful celebration and twirl with exultation
See the light that I have found
Beholding the radiant illumination and guidance that I have discovered
Oh the marvelous light
Oh, the astounding and awe-inspiring brilliance
Marvelous light
A captivating and extraordinary illumination
Sin has lost its power
Wrongdoings and transgressions no longer hold any dominion or control
Death has lost its sting
The fear and finality of death have been nullified
From the grave You've risen VICTORIOUSLY!
You have triumphantly emerged from death, overcoming its power
Into marvelous light I'm running
I am eagerly and joyfully seeking to enter a state of spiritual enlightenment and freedom
Out of darkness, out of shame
Escaping from a state of ignorance and guilt
Through the cross you are the truth
You, through the crucifixion, represent absolute truth and understanding
You are the life, you are the way
You embody existence and the path to spiritual fulfillment
Writer(s): Steve J. Hindalong
Contributed by Ellie K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.