Out Of The Darkness
Tim Hughes Lyrics


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I could live a thousand years
Never earn a moment of Your grace
Even in my darkest day
You shine on me
You shine on me

And out of the darkness
You brought me into Your glorious light
Saved from the death I was facing
Rejoicing in the future, a hope that is mine

The greatest of all gifts
From the greatest of all givers
Jesus there upon the cross
True love displayed for all to see

And your grace runs after me
Runs after me
Everyday of my life
And your mercies they never fail




They never fail
Everyday of my life

Overall Meaning

In Tim Hughes's song Out Of The Darkness, the lyrics paint a picture of the power and grace of God that transcends time and circumstance. The first verse speaks to the idea that no matter what we do or how long we live, we cannot earn God's grace. It's a gift that we are freely given, even in our darkest moments. The chorus emphasizes the idea that God can bring us out of the darkness and into the light, saving us from peril and giving us hope for the future. This is a powerful message for anyone who is struggling, giving them a glimmer of hope that they can hold onto.


The second verse focuses on the supreme sacrifice that Jesus made on the cross. By dying for our sins, He displayed the ultimate act of love that anyone can give. This is a reminder of the boundless love that God has for us and how His grace can sustain us through even the most difficult times. The bridge of the song is a declaration of God's faithfulness and how His grace and mercy are never-ending. This is a comforting thought for anyone who is struggling, knowing that they can rely on God to always be there for them.


Line by Line Meaning

I could live a thousand years
I could live a thousand years and still not deserve your grace


Never earn a moment of Your grace
There is nothing I could do to deserve your grace


Even in my darkest day
Even in my darkest day, you shine on me


You shine on me
You shine on me


And out of the darkness
You brought me out of darkness


You brought me into Your glorious light
You brought me into your glorious light


Saved from the death I was facing
You saved me from the death I was facing


Rejoicing in the future, a hope that is mine
I rejoice in the future that is mine, full of hope


The greatest of all gifts
You have given me the greatest of all gifts


From the greatest of all givers
You are the greatest of all givers


Jesus there upon the cross
Jesus was there upon the cross


True love displayed for all to see
It was true love displayed for all to see


And your grace runs after me
Your grace runs after me


Runs after me
Grace runs after me


Everyday of my life
Everyday of my life.


And your mercies they never fail
Your mercies never fail


They never fail
Mercies never fail


Everyday of my life
Everyday of my life.




Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing

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Don Sands

My darkness was as everyone's darkness in the basic sense. I also found myself below this darkness, and in a pit, a deep dark damp pit. And I loved being in this pit, and told others leave me in this pit. And Jesus came into my pit, and He lovingly "brought me into His marvelous light". thank you Tim for this blessed song. It is from the Bible, and your heart, and so it edifies and encourages us, through your gift to us, Jesus' Church; His people, and children.

Shaniya Manoj

I love the song♥️♥️♥️♥️

2bfndnhim

This is a great song..talking to Jesus plainly..

Alyssa M

i love this song weve sung it in our church :)

Becky Padgett

Thanks so much Tim! Bless your life!!

ShadowGouf

I am the lords shadow I take all that comes to me darkness and give them my light. for I can not turn a blind eye for every sting of betrayal I keep on my path for even if I am used I do not use others and I will take all my friends sins upon myself even if they do not want me or care I care about them for now and always

Dave

It comes down to one vote. Who do you think holds that one decisive vote?

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