Every secret, every shame
Every fear, every pain
Live inside the dark
But that’s not who we are
We are children of the day
So wake up sleeper, lift your head
We were meant for more than this
Fight the shadows conquer death
Make the most of the time we have left
We are the light of the world
We are the city on a hill
We are the light of the world
We gotta, we gotta, we gotta let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
We are called to the spread the news
Tell the world the simple truth
Jesus came to save, there’s freedom in His Name
So let His love break through
We are the light, we are the light, we are the light
So let Your light shine brighter
We are the light, we are the light, we are the light
Jesus
You are the light, You are the light, You are the light
We will lift You higher
Shine shine shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
Let the light shine, let the light shine
Song Meaning
The singer calls believers children of the day and the world’s light, urging visible witness to Jesus and His saving love.
Biblical Message
Matthew 5:14–16 supplies the city-on-a-hill image; 1 Thessalonians 5:5 speaks of children of light.
Reflection
Let the message of light become a life of good works and honest witness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “We Are”?
The singer calls believers children of the day and the world’s light, urging visible witness to Jesus and His saving love.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Matthew 5:14–16 supplies the city-on-a-hill image; 1 Thessalonians 5:5 speaks of children of light.
When can this song be used in worship?
A mission or all-age worship gathering.