Shine
MercyMe Lyrics


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If we're to be the light
That shines for all of man
Then how can we light the way
If we don't go to them

I believe to know God's heart
Is to meet them where they are
Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on

You can shine on
Shine on
In all that's said and done
And everything you do

Just let your life glorify
The one who shines on you
I believe we worship Christ
When we show the world His light

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on
Shine on
Shine on

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on




You can shine on
Shine on

Overall Meaning

In the song "Shine" by MercyMe, the lyrics emphasize the importance of shining the light of God's love and truth to all of humanity. The first verse states the necessity of actually going to those who need the light and leading them towards it. The second verse explains that knowing God's heart means meeting people where they are, shining the light of God's love through every action and word. The chorus encourages listeners to let their lives glorify Him who shines on them, and to worship Christ by showing the world His light.


The song is a call to action for believers and serves as a reminder that we are called to be the light of the world. We must not simply preach, but also actively demonstrate God's love in everyday life. The words suggest that the impact we make on the world is dependent on our willingness to shine the light of God's love, and for this reason, we are exhorted to shine on.


Line by Line Meaning

If we're to be the light
If we are expected to bring hope


That shines for all of man
That enlightens every human


Then how can we light the way
Then how can we guide the path


If we don't go to them
If we don't make an effort to reach them


I believe to know God's heart
I believe to understand God's will


Is to meet them where they are
Is to approach them wherever they are


Won't you shine on
Won't you radiate hope


In all that's said and done
In every action taken


And everything you do
In every deed accomplished


Just let your life glorify
Just let your life honor


The one who shines on you
The one who fills you with hope


I believe we worship Christ
I believe we honor Christ


When we show the world His light
When we demonstrate God's love to the world


Won't you shine on
Won't you radiate hope


You can shine on
You have the power to bring hope


Shine on
Radiate hope


Shine on
Radiate hope


Won't you shine on
Won't you radiate hope


Won't you shine on
Won't you radiate hope


You can shine on
You have the power to bring hope


Shine on
Radiate hope




Lyrics Ā© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BARRY E. GRAUL, BART MILLARD, JIM BRYSON, MIKE SCHEUCHZER, NATHAN COCHRAN, PETE KIPLEY, PETER C. KIPLEY, ROBBY SHAFFER

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@xlide31

Lyrics of this gem:

If we're to be the light
That shines for all of man
Then how can we light the way
If we don't go to them
I believe to know God's heart
Is to meet them where they are

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on

In all that's said and done
And everything you do
Just let your life glorify
The one who shines on you
I believe we worship Christ
When we show the world His light

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on
Shine on
Shine on

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on
Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on



All comments from YouTube:

@chrissimpson6701

No matter who or what comes and go, Jesus you remain. Thank you. 1.20.23.

@chrissimpson6701

Always in my heart Granny. 1937-2014.šŸ’”

@vakhumachenkual4075

Love the outro guitar solo , so enchanting

@allylovesart2818

I love mercyme and this song rock on mercyme for Christianity

@carolynwestmoreland7274

I am so thankful for these songs - I played this CD so much , It was like a sermon in song that touched my heart and brought healing and deliverance to me , It is still in my.heart, I gave my CD to a friend , David said The Lord encompasses me about with songs of deliverance, these are songs of deliverance that God has blessed me with , I am thankful for this being available , It still brings healing and Deliverance to me, God Bless you for these songs of deliverance, Carolyn

@xlide31

Love from France. Amazing song.

@HolySpiritMusic

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@jeffreygraham1720

#14.. GOING ON THE OFFENSIVE AGAINST SATAN.. #15. PUTTING ON THE ARMOR.. #16. ULTIMATE GOAL OF GOD.. #17. UNDERSTANDING GRACE.. #18. THE GOOD GROUND.. #19. CONSIDERING OTHERS.. #20. PERSECUTION

@xlide31

Lyrics of this gem:

If we're to be the light
That shines for all of man
Then how can we light the way
If we don't go to them
I believe to know God's heart
Is to meet them where they are

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on

In all that's said and done
And everything you do
Just let your life glorify
The one who shines on you
I believe we worship Christ
When we show the world His light

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on
Shine on
Shine on

Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on
Won't you shine on
Won't you shine on
You can shine on
Shine on

@carolynwestmoreland7274

This album is a sermon. In music It touches the heart and has been songs of deliverance and healing for me ,I am so thankful like David that God encompasses us about with sons of deliverance , these sons are still in my heart ā¤ļø Thank full for this Carolyn

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