City on a Hill
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“City on a Hill” is a vibrant and uplifting track that encourages believers to let their light shine boldly and visibly in the world. Inspired by Matthew 5:14-16, this song calls Christians to be a beacon of hope and truth, living out their faith in a way that impacts their communities and glorifies God. It emphasizes the responsibility of every believer to illuminate the world around them through their actions and faith.
Worship Devotion
Scriptural Foundation:
• Matthew 5:14-16: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden… let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
• Philippians 2:15: “So that you may become blameless and pure, ‘children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.’ Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky.”
• Isaiah 60:1-3: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you… Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.”
Devotional Thoughts:
“City on a Hill” reminds us of the powerful impact that our faith can have when it is lived out boldly and visibly. Jesus calls us to be like a city on a hill, shining brightly so that others can see and be drawn to the light. This song is a prayer and a declaration for intercessors to rise up and illuminate the world around them, reflecting the glory of God through their lives.
Prayer Focus:
• Pray for courage to let your light shine boldly in every area of your life.
• Intercede for your community, that the light of Christ would break through the darkness and bring transformation.
• Ask for opportunities to demonstrate God’s love and truth in practical ways.
• Pray for the global church to rise up as a city on a hill, shining brightly for the world to see.
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Song Lyrics
City on a Hill
Narration (Scripture Reading over C and F)
You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. (Matthew 5:14-16)
Verse 1
We are the light, shining in the darkness
We are a city, on a hill
With every act of kindness, love and mercy
We show the world, the Father’s will
Chorus
We are a city on a hill, shining bright
Let our deeds bring glory to Your name
We are a city on a hill, burning bright
In Your light, we’ll never be the same
Verse 2
Lift up your eyes, see the fields are ready
The harvest ripe, the laborers few
We’ll shine Your light, in every heart and nation
Reflecting Christ, in all we do
Pre-Chorus
Let us be a beacon, in the night
Let our light dispel the dark
Chorus
We are a city on a hill, shining bright
Let our deeds bring glory to Your name
We are a city on a hill, burning bright
In Your light, we’ll never be the same
Bridge
In this world of darkness, we stand
As Your holy flame
Empowered by Your Spirit, we proclaim
The power of Your name
Chorus
We are a city on a hill, shining bright
Let our deeds bring glory to Your name
We are a city on a hill, burning bright
In Your light, we’ll never be the same
Outro
Let our light shine, let our light shine
In the darkest night
Let our light shine, let our light shine
Bringing hope to life
Pray for the Church to rise as a clear, unwavering light in a culture of confusion. You are seen, chosen, and placed to shine—may your light illuminate cities and call hearts home to God.Spiritual Engagement
Reflection
Prayer Focus
Blessing
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