We are Your daughters, we are Your sons
You are Father, we are so loved
Spark up a holy fire, open our eyes
To see how to be a love the world can’t deny
We’re going public
Like torches in the night
Bringing out the God colors
Just like the Northern lights
We’re red, yellow, black and white
So precious in Your sight
We are the city, the city of God
And we can’t keep it secret
Your love is the light
We will shine (we will shine)
We will shine (we will shine)
We will shine bright as the stars at night
We will shine holding your light up high
We will shine leading the way to the city of God
We’re red, yellow, black and white
So precious in Your sight
Your love is our light
Your love is the light
We will shine
Song Meaning
The lyric calls a diverse church God’s city and asks its people to make divine love visible like lights in the night.
Biblical Message
Matthew 5:14–16 calls disciples a city on a hill and light of the world; Revelation 7:9 pictures worshipers from all peoples.
Reflection
A public witness begins with love across lines of difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “City Of God”?
The lyric calls a diverse church God’s city and asks its people to make divine love visible like lights in the night.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Matthew 5:14–16 calls disciples a city on a hill and light of the world; Revelation 7:9 pictures worshipers from all peoples.
When can this song be used in worship?
An all-age or unity-focused mission service.