This is what I wanted CWB II to be – lots of new songs by Australian songwriters. It isn’t.
This song, written by Peter Grant, is at least from this millennium and has an uplifting tune to carry his hopeful text. You can purchase this song at As One Voice.
Since this song is not well known I have put up Peter’s text so you can sing along with my backing to learn the piece.
Refrain
Christ Light, shining in the darkness.
Christ Light, drive away our fears.
Christ Light, lead us to our home, safe harbour.
Christ Light, shine on us we pray.
1. Let the light of the Lord blaze out in the night:
let the love of the Lord be our guide.
With the Word of the Lord as our beacon light,
We’ll go forth with the Lord at our side.
2. Let the Word of the Lord be light for our way
and we’ll walk in the darkness no more.
With the light of the Lord turning night into day,
We will live in this light evermore!
3. Let us carry the light of Christ to the world;
Shine his light where there’s darkness and pain.
Let the banner of love be held high and unfurled;
Tell the Good News again and again.
copyright Peter Grant 2005
Thanks Geoff for bringing this beautiful song to our attention. Peter has some lovely songs, and many are listed on Onelicense; not on CCLI unfortunately, because we can usually get the chords with the music there, unlike most on Onelicense and in CWBII! On Nov 13 2017, you blogged another one his songs (I Will Follow You – a new creation at the time I think). I loved the song and so purchased the music Online. We have CWBII so have the tune for Christ Light, Shining in the Darkness – now to get the chords (LOL)!!
G’Day Trish
I must note that in the Full Music edition of CWB II, they have actually given the chords for this one.
Geoff
Oh great, thanks. Will check that tomorrow.