Jesus Is the Light
The Florida Mass Choir Lyrics


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Chorus 1:
Jesus is the light
that shineth in me, that shineth in me.

Jesus is the light
that shineth in me, that shineth in me.

Chorus 2:
He'll show up in me.
He'll show up in me.
He'll show up in me.
He'll show up in me.

Verse 1:
If I walk the way He wants me to walk,
(He'll show up in me, He'll show up in me).
If I talk the way God wants me to talk,
(He'll show up in me, He'll show up in me).

If I live the way God wants me to live,
(He'll show up in me, He'll show up in me).
If I do what He wants me to do,
(He'll show up in me, He'll show up in me).

Chorus 1

Chorus 2

Verse

Chorus 1

Vamp 1:
Jesus, Jesus,
Jesus, Jesus

Vamp 2:
Show up, show up,
show up, show up.

Vamp 3:
Rise up, rise up,
rise up, rise up

Vamp 4:
Higher, higher,
higher, higher.

Overall Meaning

The Florida Mass Choir's gospel song "Jesus Is the Light" is an uplifting and inspiring ode to Jesus, the savior. The song repeats its central message that Jesus is the light that shines within the singer "that shineth in me." The first chorus emphasizes this message, and the second repeats it while adding a hopeful twist - that Jesus will show up within the singer, acting as an active presence in their life. The verses detail the conditions that must be met for Jesus to appear: walking and talking the way God wants, living the life God wants, and doing what God wants. Following these conditions, the singer believes that Jesus will indeed show up within them, a message that is especially uplifting for those struggling in their faith.


Overall, "Jesus Is the Light" is a testament to faith and belief in Jesus, as well as a call to live life according to God's will in order to facilitate the presence of Jesus in one's life. The song's repetition and catchy hook make it a powerful and memorable way to spread its message of hope and faith.


Line by Line Meaning

Jesus is the light
Jesus illuminates my path and guides me through life.


that shineth in me, that shineth in me.
I am constantly filled with the light of Jesus and it radiates from within me.


He'll show up in me.
If I let Him, Jesus will manifest in my thoughts, words, and actions.


If I walk the way He wants me to walk,
By following Jesus' example and teachings, He will become more present in my life.


(He'll show up in me, He'll show up in me).
The more I live according to God's will, the more Jesus will be reflected in me.


If I talk the way God wants me to talk,
Choosing my words carefully and speaking in a way that honors God will bring Jesus closer to me.


If I live the way God wants me to live,
Living a life of obedience and humility will allow Jesus to live within me more fully.


If I do what He wants me to do,
Following God's plan for my life and serving others like Jesus did will increase His presence within me.


Jesus, Jesus,
Calling out to Jesus and acknowledging His presence in my life.


Show up, show up,
Inviting Jesus into every aspect of my life, asking Him to make Himself known to me.


Rise up, rise up,
Asking Jesus to help me grow spiritually, to become more like Him.


Higher, higher,
Asking Jesus to elevate and strengthen me, to lift me closer to Him.




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