When dark days come that's just God saying we're ready to grow and he's taking the training wheels off, but he is always there like a good father. Amen bro stay strong.
I lost my wife to suicide just 4 days after her 37th birthday. It's almost one year later and I still can't get over it. In top of that, my sister was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and is really sick. My faith has really been tested but God showed this song to remind me that both he and my wife are with me always. God Bless everyone
I hope you are still staying strong in the Lord and have received blessings. We live in a sick world and are called to be light while we are here. Sometimes life just about puts out our fire for the Lord. Stay lit.
is been a year since I left islam and belive me I feel more closer to god then ever before thank you my lord and savior jesus christ for opening my eyes
AN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS IS " THE KEY " FALL SO MUCH IN LOVE WITH HIM THEN SEE WHAT HAPPENS "SEEK " HIS FACE ABOVE ALL ELSE THOUGH MUST HAVE A HUNGRY HEARTS DESIRE TO SEEK HIS FACE
AN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS IS " THE KEY " FALL SO MUCH IN LOVE WITH HIM THEN SEE WHAT HAPPENS "SEEK " HIS FACE ABOVE ALL ELSE THOUGH MUST HAVE A HUNGRY HEARTS DESIRE TO SEEK HIS FACE
Thank you JESUS, You've promised that You'll never leave, forsake or fail me, You'll be with me till the end! Heb. 13:5, Matthew 28:20. Thanks The Afters, 4 this amazing worshio! GOD bless you!
ok... i was in a dark place... literally.. i live in portland or.. constantly returning to a toxic relationship... financial bondage... family problems... One day driving fr work i was at my witts end.. i cried out to Him... Please forgive me... help me change... Please give me a sign You heard me... i look up at the clouds and rain and the sky clears.. i ask is that for me Lord? i turn up the radio and hear the hook.. LightLightLight up the sky to show me You are with me... i get chills thinking of His love and forgiveness!!!
+Timothy Todd I got chills reading your statement above. Thank you for sharing. My big bro passed away 3 months ago and I miss him terribly, but your note gave me comfort. My brother was in a pretty dark place and I wish to God I had been able to help him.
+Paulita Whitekitten Paulita, i feel for your loss and pray that our Father above makes known His presence to you and your family. He is soooo real. Praying that He walks with and comforts you in this season. One love
It was absolutely amazing reading your words! The Lord works in mysterious and perfect ways. I am attending a Christian College who is sending one of our mission trips to Portland. Let me know if you would like to meet us! My friends would love to hear a great statement such as yours before they leave.
After being lost for over a year, I finally feel like I'm being called back to God. I'd been feeling closer and closer to Him lately and today He provided me with everything I needed, like a shining light that was looking after me. I was searching for my old pastor that transferred to another church, and I found him today. I needed cash so I could take the bus home and God provided. I was in a situation with the government and God showed me the path out. And I needed a song to reaffirm my faith in God and He led me here. I only pray that I can find the strength to break my sinful habits and to keep God always at the forefront of my mind.
Wow. What an amazing testimony. Praise be to God for He is good. Keep seeking him. There will be moments when He seems to not be there but keep being faithful and keep seeking him,and you will find him, just like the Bible says.
Shawn Jenkins yes I agree. I felt away from Him for so long, but now I'm drawn closer and closer. I'm forcing myself to change my own thoughts and actions to be more appropriate of my example of God's love. And with His love in me, I'm drawing out the impure thoughts, the baser urges, and the primal anger that used to live inside me. It's a tough road but I know it'll be worth it when my own mind doesn't feel like an enemy.
NovusIgnis thank you for sharing, I'm in a similar situation. I'm still trying to realign my life with God. It's a struggle sometimes but like you said it'll be worth it. Stay strong in the faith.
I was running away from God because I thought He would never forgive me again. I gave up on myself and lost all hope. I indulged I’m sin because why not enjoy the world when you still can since your going to hell anyway. That was my thought. After months of avoiding God, all I felt was emptiness. I tried praying but it did nothing. I thought the Holy Spirit had left me. I was hopeless, so I thought… one morning I woke up and this song popped in my head. I didn’t know the lyrics by I kept singing the chorus, “I can’t deny that you are with me, you light up the sky to show me”. I finally searched up the song and immediately started crying. I realized that this was a message from God that He had always been with me. Even when I gave up on myself, He NEVER did. I was never too far from his mercy, grace, and love. THANK YOU JESUS!
When I'm feeling all alone There's so far to go The signs are no where on this road Guiding me home When the night is closing in It's falling on my skin Oh God will you come close? Light light light up the sky You light up up the sky to show me That you are with me I I I can't deny No I can't deny That you are right here with me You've opened my eyes So I can see you all around me Light light light up the sky You light up the sky to show me That you are with me When stars are hiding the clouds I don't feel them shining When I can't see beyond my doubt The silver lining When I've almost reached the end Like a flood you're rushing in Your love is rushing in Light light light up the sky You light up up the sky to show me That you are with me I I I can't deny No I can't deny That you are right here with me You've opened my eyes So I can see you all around me Light light light up the sky You light up the sky to show me That you are with me So I run, straight into your arms You're the bright and morning sun To show your love there's nothing You won't do (you won't do) Light light light up the sky You light up up the sky to show me you are with me I I I can't deny No I can't deny That you are right here with me You've opened my eyes So I can see you all around me Light light light up the sky You light up the sky to show me That you are with me Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh That you are with me Oh oh o o oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh That you are with me Oh oh o o oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh.
Are you saved from your sins? Jesus commanded the apostles after His resurrection, to preach repentance and remission of sins, in His name, beginning at Jerusalem, and to wait for the promise of the Father, in Jerusalem. -Luke 24 45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, 46 And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: 47 And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 And ye are witnesses of these things. 49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. -- And on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Ghost was poured out [Acts 2] And they spake with tongues as the Spirit gave the utterance. And Peter preached the gospel unto them and they were pricked in their hearts, and said, men and brethren what shall we do? And Peter said, Repent, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. This is how the bible says a man is to be saved. This is why Jesus said, he that believeth and is baptized shall be saved and he that believeth not shall be damned -Mark 16 Acts 2: 36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made the same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ. 37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? 38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. 39 For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call. 40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
my boyfriend just broke up with me, and I'm really sad about it. God really used this song to show me that he has a plan for my life, and that I'm never alone.
hi there young lady... if i may, when my ex broke up with me for the 3rd time, (what the heck was I THINKING Back Then?!?) , i was, i felt, truly devestated... However in Reality , God was TRYING to guide me, to get my eyes OFF of the man who was NOT healthy for me, and onto Him, my Creator... the same for you sweetie... it gets better....trust❤💔💜
+blondago56 You can't even begin to understand how much your words helped me. I burst into tears because God really spoke through you! it was just what I needed to hear! Thank you so much for writing your experience it means a lot, sending my love!
+CamillaReads my "favoritist" verse ever:(i had this Written down on Post-Its in my car, in the bathroom,all over😏 "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those crushed in spirit" Psalm 34:17 hugs, mary , blondego56@gmail.com
I already loved this song , but this past Saturday, I lost my best friend to cancer. I was at her home when she passed. That afternoon as I was leaving just before pulling out of her road onto the highway, I turned on the radio- and this song had just came on. Now of course it has a precious meaning to me and I will ALWAYS think of my sweet dear Dana who I know is with Jesus now.
God be with you. Let your heart be ignited by the inferno of God's passion and love. I hope nothing but the best for you and that your days be filled with sacred divinity and enlightenment. Always know you are a gift of creation and God's love, let not the inequities of humankind sully your heart or extinguish the fires of holy passion within you and let nothing tare asunder you unity with the Devine God of creation and love. Seek with all your heart and you shall find. Lord be the light in this person's darkness and watch over your sacred child with vigilants and help them walk in righteousness though your ethereal wisdom and impressions. Salutations!!
Oh STOP IT!!! Quit hatin' on the first person who says that oh so scary, scary, scary word, "Christian"??? What/Who do you think the song is ABOUT anyway??? Have you actually taken a moment to listen to the lyrics?? OH WAIT!!! Maybe I should have said "What a great AGNOSTIC band"! You should look up their music genre...I believe the music category is "Christian Pop/Rock".
I had to look up Planetshakers but now I definitely see why they're your favorite!! And I wanted to give you a shout out to my fellow sister in Christ Jesus!!! Blessings!!!!!! ;)
God used this song so much 2010/2011 when my husband divorced me. God lit up the sku with lightening literally. He did a wonder miracle on my eyes from looking at the lightening! He made my eyes new. Absolutely amazing experience, at one of the most painful times of my life. I loved my husband very much. satan really attacked him, but he came out of it quite a lot. God still using me against that attack! All glory to God/Jesus
This song really speaks about my life. I can't tell you how many times God has done something spectacular for me (how many times He has "lit up the sky"). Earlier this Spring I was a full time college student. One day, I came home from school feeling kinda off. After spending five days at home getting worse I finally went to the hospital via ambulance. As it turns out, I had Pneumonia and I had gone septic. I also had a heart condition at the time. I'm a Christian and have been so for a while--however, at the time I wasn't particularly seeking God. But he showed me that even though I wasn't crying out to Him He was reaching out to me. Within five days I was back on my feet and returned home (I am now fully recovered :) Later I discovered that only HALF of the people who've gone through this survive. If the Lord hadn't orchestrated me getting to the hospital, I probably wouldn't have made it through the night. So no matter what your walk with God is (even if your not a Christian) don't give up...look to Him and cry out his name. Because He is definitely thinking of you.
The hardships we all endure are the hardest. But we are the strongest to push through. Whoever reads this I pray you over come anything that made you feel alone, hurt, or lost someone close. Yesterday marked 4 yrs on July 9th my brother passed. 12/28/1988-07/09/2020. Gone too soon and never forgotten big brother. ❤😢
incredibly im not alone. Same here, I dont belive in god but I can appareciate how deep and beautiful is this song, in a way that makes me feel the vision of this music and question my religious position. Man this song is a sucess
I got chills when I saw this comment.. I don't the words to express how you must feel, but just know God's with you and by your side all throughout this journey. I'm praying for you. :)
This song helped me when my dad passed away. This song is so touching and just reminded me that God is with us at all the times, no matter what kind of situation you're going through in life.
+Lane Gillespie I am so sorry for your loss. I know what it is like to lose someone close to you. Just six days ago (Feb 9) was the third anniversary of my moms' death. She had stage 4 breast cancer when she was first diagnosed. She fought it for 5 years, trying so many different treatments; Chemotherapy, Radiation, Surgical... I was twelve when my mom finally passed away. I can still remember how hard i cried that night. I cried so much that my eyes were swollen the next day. I felt so confused and even angry at God. Throughout that dark time in my life, I found myself always wanting to be alone and just away from the world. However, I always found comfort in my friends, family and God. I remember Him telling me that she will always be watching me from the windows of Heaven "cheering me on" as I remember it. She was such a strong Christian and I hope I can be as strong as she was. Do not shut people out, and do not lose your happiness for things will heal through time. Remember: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God."
I lost my family due to serious mental illness. This song describes my recovery process. The video is extremely apt. there will be fireworks Such a God Breathed and Inspired song. Keep digging and doing whatever you're doing guys, it's working.
This song is very beautiful! It has very good lyrics. We are blessed to have a band group like The Afters! They are a great group! They are leading the next generation of people to Christ! It is important to support those that will guide the next generation and generations to come!! Hopefully they will impact the music industry for a long time.
This song was running through my head as the fireworks exploded in the sky tonight. God gave me the reminder that He's still with me during my hard times of poor health. Light up my sky, Lord.
Words can't express how much I needed this song right now. I've always had a strange relationship to God and faith. I never really knew what was the right thing for me and honestly, I was afraid, I'd be laughed at... But I've been in a really bad state the past years and I slowly started to trust in God again, realising how much believing can actually help. And it feels amazing!
That's awesome to hear! God saved me last month when I was dead in sin, idk what I did to deserve such mercy and love, but here I am. And I will love and praise him as long as I live. And Im praying for you as well that God will help you to remain on the straight path. 🙂
God is Good.Orderly.Direction and is here as a personal experience of life. It allows you to find who you are and why your here, life is not what we think the bad is just part of the experience and when you find God the experience reveals that whatever happens there always a force which guides us when we are unable to guide ourselves. Never be in fear or want because we are part of a United universal oneness which is made from pure creation and love. Sonetimes One will reach the point of total despair and darkness which will either divide him from life and all they know or grasp for something to hold on to and when that time comes one will be healed and touched by God through your hearts most profound experiences. We wonder why it takes such pain to be touched but it does not many experience God without suffering because they have been taught the way but those who are not do not seek him until it's a need and even then he comes to you. I've lived a very hard life of suffering but I never blamed God or disregarded his grace, I may have not have been one with him but I still did not mock or disregard him but I did wonder why I suffered so much. But I know that life is not about perfection it's about growing and the experience here and now so in my darkest hour God was the light that shawn through the shadow and lead me back into the arms of grace. Let light and love be with you and may the heavenly Father guide you to pastures of new salvation and prosperity. Never forget you are one with God and him you without both of you this experience would not be. Glory be to The Father The Son and The Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning now and ever shall be world without end Amen!!
Currently on the bus heading home after a long overnight 12hr shift at the hospital. I haven't read the Bible nor gone to church in over 5yrs. Today, at 8am this song came to mind as I was watching the sunlight become brighter. I've been playing this song over and over for the past 30mins. Currently in the bus now, feeling God's strong presence. Trying to hold back my tears. God I'm sorry, you truly are all forgiving. Light up my life God, and make me once again that light that made you proud. I love you.
I have been really far from God the past two years and its been tough getting back on track im only 13 so im still trying to figure this whole "life" thing and its been hard all these worldly influences have really gotten to me and i mean worldly in a bad way Please pray for me and help me God said when two or more gather for Jesus He is there so please gather with me Thanks you
Zachary, don't fall into the trap of believing everything is dark. I felt that way for most of my life and all it did was tear me apart. We are designed for light not darkness! I was into drugs, alcohol, sex, robbing, partying, was homeless for a while, terrible relationships, my daughters mother dissapeared with my daughter, etc. From living my life on the streets all I could see from that point of view was darkness. Got to the point where I would cry everyday regretting bringing my children into a world I thought was all dark. Then anxiety and stress got me to a point where I didn't go an hour without thinking about blowing my brains out (honestly the only reason I didn't is because I refused to leave my children to fend for themselves alone in this world like my father did). Then I found the good Lord! I am clean and sober, have a small business, a house, an amazing wife and family, healthy beautiful children (found daughter and got custody), too many blessings daily to even list! Still have struggles, and everyone does, but with God they are nothing to deal with! Man I am not usually one to leave comments let alone read them but man yours pulled at my heart and I had to let you know thats not how the world works. At that age I feel we face a major crossroad choosing between light and darkness as we transition from child to adult. Choose light ( or "choose life" as the good book says), read the bible and congregate with like-minded people! Everything will be o.k. with God! And I will pray for you.
Zachary Cox Im not saying to do everything bad, what Im saying is this world is ruled by suffering and so many problems, You have to learn that hatred and sorrow is power, they are yours to control, all you have to do is turn them into strength and use that strength to move forward.
Don't lose faith. Never lose hope, because through all the good and the bad, know that the Lord is right beside you. Never lose hope. Don't give in. The Lord loves you and he always is. I pray for all that are going through any rough times. Feel free to express your feelings. I won't judge you. Have a good night everyone. Love you all! :)
Love this song so much. It teaches us that even though we are going through hard times, God still loves us and he will always love us and he will always be there for us even though we are sinners. God still cares about each and everyone of us and he died on the cross so that we will be saved from sin. This week, think about all the good in your life and thank God for giving you a life and people who love you!
I love "Light up the Sky", it's such an encouraging song to me and I feel closer to God every time I hear it! I'm 18 now, but I can't believe this song was uploaded on Nov 3, 2010, which was 1 day after my 14th birthday! To bad I couldn't have played it on that day. The Afters are such amazing band!
THIS IS TRUE WHEN YOU ARE IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS HE LIGHTS UP THE SKY SHOWING YOU HE IS STILL WITH YOU, HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU ❤️🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️❤️
I'm 26 years old an orphan was born in Russia servied abortion and lived in two different foster family's. And that didn't love me and they were using me was bullied throughout my school years. And God always was there right next to me and never abandoned me when ever one else had. God love is now and forever he is my savior and my father he always light up the path for me my story my journey is not over. And gods will protect me from evil and everything else to get to were I need to go. Thank you God for my life and all you have done i live to worship you and your glory and name and preach all that you have and to help others. Bothers and sisters we are God children God love will never fail for us. Amen.
Dear person who is reading this, I was a chronic sufferer of these things: vanity, lust, lying, cruel intentions, smoking marijuana, sexual immorality, pride, depression, sadness, anger, slander, gossip, drunkenness, profane language, cowardice ways, idolatry,pornography, impure thoughts .. PARTYING AND THE WORST OF ALL, a fornicator and adultress!!!! And everything else that you could imagine..... BUT IM HERE TODAY TO TELL YOU THAT YOU WILL OVERCOME AND GOD WILL CHANGE YOU WHEN YOU START TO BELIEVE!!! Jesus needs you to come to himin humbleness and pray in your room ALONE to Him and CONFESS TO HIM that you have sinned against Him in ALL your ways... It's okay to speak them out loud it's only you and Him there... Ask Him to Come into your heart, that you want to receive the Blood He shed for you and The Holy Spirit and He will give it to you! Repent and stop all the sins and then Pickup your cross and walk with Him! With all the sincerest meaning in your heart Jesus Will come in and Save you! Time is running out and He is looking for you to Change! If you take that one step then all you need left is to get baptized in water! His Holy seal will be on you! But there is more... You must then fight in your mind against the flesh and the enemy who will try tempting you to get back to the mess he wants you in .. DONT GIVE UP ! fight the Good Fight and kick that selfishness and start living selfless! You will know God is With you because the enemy will be threatened and then the battle begins... You will then start having to say no all the time to everything the evil one will send your way to get you to sin! But when you notice that, you then Pray pray pray! I'm telling you this because it happened to me! And everyday I have to pray to keep my mind on Jesus and keep my thoughts pure and my eyes looking up to Heaven! From a person who was at her worst, I can now tell you that I am waayyy better than I have ever been ALL BECAUSE OF JESUS CHRIST WHO TOLD ME TO SIN NO MORE!!! I THIS DAY AM TELLING YOU THAT JESUS CHRIST IS MY SAVIOR AND HE SAVED ME FROM OUT OF THE DEPTHS OF THE DARK PITS AND HE IS WITH ME. HE IS STILL WORKING ON ME TO THIS DAY! through all my sin and most recent backsliding I am now back completely and NEVER LOOKING BACK, God showed me that He can and will take his spirit away if I didn't go back home to him.... He kept calling me at that time and then I kept acting like I didn't hear Him... I was wrong for that and to this day I still feel that all the sorries and forgive me prayers in the world I prayed were not enough, that Jesus stayed mad at me... But I know that is the enemy and He is mad because I left the darkness and went back to the Light, it IS a battle and He lost, so naturally the evil one is attacking my mind.... But I'm NOT AFRAID AND I know Jesus is with me because I stopped sinning and went back to prayer and I can resist evil all by God's power, for I can't do this alone!!! Dear reader, YOU ARE AN OVERCOMER!!!! Dear Jesus Christ, I love you... I THANK YOU for showing me that YOU are able and YOU kept me away from destroying what you have built in me AGAIN! THANK YOU for my life again, THANK YOU for the help Of the Holy Spirit to resist evil, THANK YOU for prayer, THANK YOU for the CONVICTION that I so need!!! THANK YOU FOR NEVER TAKING YOUR HAND OFF ME JESUS!!!! I claim victory over the enemy in Jesus name AMEN!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️👏👏👏👏😭😭😭👏👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏
My ultimate favorite song EVER! can seriously listen to it all day! Makes me feel good, happy, excited and what not. As soon as this song plays my spirit lights up and I start dancing to Jesus! I love love this song! fits all of my situations.
Light light light up the sky You light up up the sky to show me That you are with me I I I can't deny No I can't deny That you are right here with me You've opened my eyes So I can see you all around me Light light light up the sky You light up the sky to show me That you are with me Thank You Lord all these years you've been with me still going strong I trust you
Love this video! And I love the way it shows God using his hurting people to touch his hurting people.... So beautiful - nobody is beyond God's usefulness or his loving touch
The video concept is incredible, I had many times that GOD proved that he was with me by many signs. The song is also great. One of my fav song is "Sunrise"
Some really inspiring comments on here, to all the hurting people out there know that Jesus is with you and has all power, He truly does shine his light upon us in our darkest hours.
God be witn you always and may he be your foundation and your light of glory. This music takes God's impression and reflects it upon those who need it the most. The music is the medium which transfers God's energy and presence through a less rigid religious example that does not impose upon ones sense of personal choice and allows them enjoy God in a way that eliminates the demands and restrictions of religion that create the feeling of judgement and the pressure of religious conformity and purity. This give a person the freewill to accept God however they wish and not by inducing fear and self consciousness related to the feeling we must apply proper holy conduct enforced through judgement and damnation and fear of failing God's will. God be with you always and glad to see you here even if it was a little while ago. I pray you never fall astray from the unity you have with The Lord our God!! Blessings to you always and peace to all and and all in peace!!
Thank you "the sound of life" radio station if it wasn't for u I wouldn't be here today and bring thankful for this song that gave me the courage to live a foot in front of the other
I can't believe how awesome creator God is!he is wonderful,and amazing to love us so much!when he is divine! all Glory belongs to him!thank you Jesus,Yeshua.
love this song it helps me a lot being away from my family when ever i feel alone i just play this song and pray i cant wait to be reunited with my family
laat night october 2 in lowell mass i seen them live. they opened up for news boys what an incredible band especially there new song battles i cried last night. i dont do that often but last night it was something more powerful.
The Afters, Tenth Avenue North. Songs of my upbringing. Helped me so much in my Christian Journey. 1st heard this from a movie listening from Zimbabwe 2024
This song is about those times the god is with us. When god was guiding the Israelites out of Egypt, when darkness and evil is there to attack, god’s light is the only thing that can truly stop them forever. Remember, god bless everyone and even in times like these when COVID-19 is taking away our lives, freedom, and giving us fear god shine a light to the path where one day, we will fear no more. Amen!
I was told not to listen to Christian rock music, I think because it is hypocritical or something, but This song made me glad that I disregarded that notion, the video taught using the perfect metaphor!! I loved it. I will never look at the sky the same way. Thank you!
It's not hypocritical. Neither is Christian rap. It's the same as any church hymn, just more modern sounding. If Christian rap and rock are wrong because they're modern, then anything done with technology to promote God's love is wrong.
Whiztory I only assumed that was the reason, itwas never even said. It was assumed by me to be the reason, it has nothing to do with modern or not, but with what the message the sounds give, sort of like how a baby screams are not allowed in places where a sensitivity is a part of the words spoken. @wiztory you have well said things. I only meant to clarify my comment before it spins off into something never intended. It was intended to give more credit to the song that despite the way the message was delivered, it was well recieved.
It has been an interesting few months my older brother was diagnosed with Lymphoma. We have been back and forth to the hospital quote a few times. I need to be strong for him bit find myself lacking in it. Just don't feel a part of the world right now. Wish I could wake up and have my brother healthy again. But he is strong and can handle anything.
Dont believe "doctors" Why visit them when you can be healed by Jesus Christ! Alleluia! Are you saved from your sins? Jesus commanded the apostles after His resurrection, to preach repentance and remission of sins, in His name, beginning at Jerusalem, and to wait for the promise of the Father, in Jerusalem. -Luke 24 45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, 46 And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: 47 And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 And ye are witnesses of these things. 49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. -- And on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Ghost was poured out [Acts 2] And they spake with tongues as the Spirit gave the utterance. And Peter preached the gospel unto them and they were pricked in their hearts, and said, men and brethren what shall we do? And Peter said, Repent, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. This is how the bible says a man is to be saved. This is why Jesus said, he that believeth and is baptized shall be saved and he that believeth not shall be damned -Mark 16 Acts 2: 36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made the same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ. 37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? 38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. 39 For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call. 40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
i have had God enter my heart and change my life in a way i can not explain. and i have fallen in love with not only the word but the christian music also.. praise God
Just went to THE AFTERS concert last night. After five surgeries on my chest for CANCER this was my first day back at Port Naz and I see that THE AFTERS were playing a concert and I decided to go. Best time I have had in years. The MUSIC filled my world with warmth, love, and salvation. Reconnecting isn't easy for everyone, but these guys benefited me way more than I could have imagined. Port Naz is huge and THE AFTERS filled the CHURCH with their praise and worship. WOW......you need to see these guys live! Jesus is everywhere. He was there with the sold out CHURCH. Met each one of them and they are down to earth men with a mission in their lives. I was amazed, just saying.
Matthew 5:13-16 13 “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.15 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. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that[a] they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
everyday that im alive is an miracle because everyday is an constant battle. High school is tough specially when you're different. whenever I feel depress or upset I listen to thi song it reminds me the most high god , the king of the universe is with me. I may be weird and imperfect to the world, but he thinks Im perfect and he will always be with me.i may not be able to see him but he have different ways of showing me that he is with me. :D
Jenie Melisa, Im weird too! But God made me this way and I praise Him everyday for it. Im an epileptic with a severe migraine disorder, vertigo, depression and anxiety disorder with panic attacks. But I know that God has a purpose for my conditions so I trust Him to work thru my conditions to help someone who suffers from the same conditions as I do. Its not easy but God is in control and I know Hes with me and we got this! Jenie, you got this!!! God bless you today.
I have been that man laying on the ground... many of you can relate as well and this video brought me to tears because i heard it on the night i needed it the most... When you are standing on that ledge, no matter how much you may KNOW you are not alone... you can't FEEL it. This video made me feel it. If YOU are standing on that ledge right now, please know you aren't alone. To those of you who have been there and come back from it and fallen the other direction like me... please listen to Owl City's "Shooting Star" whenever I hear it, this is the video that plays in my head and I have since put them one after each other on the play list because "shooting star" fits so well with this song. You can be that shooting star for others. You don't have to upvote this, I won't ask for that... but if you would that would be awesome, and hopefully others can be touched as well with your firework and mine. God Bless
I am a 15 yrs old boy from Austria. And I love this songs ,they help me in my darkest Days and God speaks to trough this songs .Praise the Lord
Andy I am glad God is raising remnants as young as you and I.. He will keep us
When dark days come that's just God saying we're ready to grow and he's taking the training wheels off, but he is always there like a good father. Amen bro stay strong.
These songs always bring us closer to the Lord. I love them
Andy isso du sprichts mir aus der seele
Amen brother God bless you
I lost my wife to suicide just 4 days after her 37th birthday. It's almost one year later and I still can't get over it. In top of that, my sister was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and is really sick. My faith has really been tested but God showed this song to remind me that both he and my wife are with me always. God Bless everyone
I hope you are still staying strong in the Lord and have received blessings. We live in a sick world and are called to be light while we are here. Sometimes life just about puts out our fire for the Lord. Stay lit.
How are u today?
@@blueSkyoce I'm okay. Thursday would've been our 10 year wedding anniversary so that will be hard.
@@sicem328 my sympathy with u. May God help u and be with you. Keep u in my prayer. Hope you will be okay and overcome this.
Hope you're well
Thru it all, I’m 62 years old , divorces, sicknesses, losing my Son, houses, jobs, family, thru it all Jesus Christ Father God is here with me
Ameeeeeen may Jesus hold your hand always dear, they also have a song called "Fear no more " it's also comforting, Bless you dear.
is been a year since I left islam and belive me I feel more closer to god then ever before thank you my lord and savior jesus christ for opening my eyes
Amen!🙏🎶💙
AN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS IS " THE KEY "
FALL SO MUCH IN LOVE WITH HIM THEN SEE WHAT HAPPENS
"SEEK " HIS FACE ABOVE ALL ELSE THOUGH
MUST HAVE A HUNGRY HEARTS DESIRE TO SEEK HIS FACE
AN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS IS " THE KEY "
FALL SO MUCH IN LOVE WITH HIM THEN SEE WHAT HAPPENS
"SEEK " HIS FACE ABOVE ALL ELSE THOUGH
MUST HAVE A HUNGRY HEARTS DESIRE TO SEEK HIS FACE
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Thank you JESUS, You've promised that You'll never leave, forsake or fail me, You'll be with me till the end! Heb. 13:5, Matthew 28:20. Thanks The Afters, 4 this amazing worshio! GOD bless you!
I am struggling in a certain addiction and i know God will deliver me from it
He can and will
ok... i was in a dark place... literally.. i live in portland or.. constantly returning to a toxic relationship... financial bondage... family problems... One day driving fr work i was at my witts end.. i cried out to Him... Please forgive me... help me change... Please give me a sign You heard me... i look up at the clouds and rain and the sky clears.. i ask is that for me Lord? i turn up the radio and hear the hook.. LightLightLight up the sky to show me You are with me... i get chills thinking of His love and forgiveness!!!
+Timothy Todd I got chills reading your statement above. Thank you for sharing. My big bro passed away 3 months ago and I miss him terribly, but your note gave me comfort. My brother was in a pretty dark place and I wish to God I had been able to help him.
+Paulita Whitekitten Paulita, i feel for your loss and pray that our Father above makes known His presence to you and your family. He is soooo real. Praying that He walks with and comforts you in this season. One love
wowwww.. that's so amazing!
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he goes after every lost sheep of his and carries it all the way back home!
thats amazing, ive had things happen to me like that but not that extreme, i am glad u asked for forgiveness
It was absolutely amazing reading your words! The Lord works in mysterious and perfect ways.
I am attending a Christian College who is sending one of our mission trips to Portland. Let me know if you would like to meet us! My friends would love to hear a great statement such as yours before they leave.
In your highest highs and your lowest lows, God is with you. Remember that 🙏🏾💙
"I will never leave you, nor forsake you" - Hebrews 13:5
❤️❤️
AMEN HALLELUJAH
Amen in God's name.
After being lost for over a year, I finally feel like I'm being called back to God. I'd been feeling closer and closer to Him lately and today He provided me with everything I needed, like a shining light that was looking after me. I was searching for my old pastor that transferred to another church, and I found him today. I needed cash so I could take the bus home and God provided. I was in a situation with the government and God showed me the path out. And I needed a song to reaffirm my faith in God and He led me here. I only pray that I can find the strength to break my sinful habits and to keep God always at the forefront of my mind.
Always want something better as long as you do you will have it God Bless
I've been there, have faith in God no matter what. I'll keep you in my prayers!
Wow. What an amazing testimony. Praise be to God for He is good. Keep seeking him. There will be moments when He seems to not be there but keep being faithful and keep seeking him,and you will find him, just like the Bible says.
Shawn Jenkins yes I agree. I felt away from Him for so long, but now I'm drawn closer and closer. I'm forcing myself to change my own thoughts and actions to be more appropriate of my example of God's love. And with His love in me, I'm drawing out the impure thoughts, the baser urges, and the primal anger that used to live inside me. It's a tough road but I know it'll be worth it when my own mind doesn't feel like an enemy.
NovusIgnis thank you for sharing, I'm in a similar situation. I'm still trying to realign my life with God. It's a struggle sometimes but like you said it'll be worth it. Stay strong in the faith.
I was running away from God because I thought He would never forgive me again. I gave up on myself and lost all hope. I indulged I’m sin because why not enjoy the world when you still can since your going to hell anyway. That was my thought. After months of avoiding God, all I felt was emptiness. I tried praying but it did nothing. I thought the Holy Spirit had left me. I was hopeless, so I thought… one morning I woke up and this song popped in my head. I didn’t know the lyrics by I kept singing the chorus, “I can’t deny that you are with me, you light up the sky to show me”. I finally searched up the song and immediately started crying. I realized that this was a message from God that He had always been with me. Even when I gave up on myself, He NEVER did. I was never too far from his mercy, grace, and love. THANK YOU JESUS!
When I'm feeling all alone
There's so far to go
The signs are no where on this road
Guiding me home
When the night is closing in
It's falling on my skin
Oh God will you come close?
Light light light up the sky
You light up up the sky to show me
That you are with me
I I I can't deny
No I can't deny
That you are right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
Light light light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me
That you are with me
When stars are hiding the clouds
I don't feel them shining
When I can't see beyond my doubt
The silver lining
When I've almost reached the end
Like a flood you're rushing in
Your love is rushing in
Light light light up the sky
You light up up the sky to show me
That you are with me
I I I can't deny
No I can't deny
That you are right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
Light light light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me
That you are with me
So I run, straight into your arms
You're the bright and morning sun
To show your love there's nothing
You won't do
(you won't do)
Light light light up the sky
You light up up the sky to show me
you are with me
I I I can't deny
No I can't deny
That you are right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
Light light light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me
That you are with me
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
That you are with me
Oh oh o o oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
That you are with me
Oh oh o o oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh.
Thank you for the lyrics! God bless you!
Thank you for lyrics!
God bless you 🙏
thanks for the lyrics
With my king Jesus Christ I will never be in the darkness!!!!
Naomie Mésidor Amen 🙏🏿
Dark days will come, but yes he is always there like a good father and shepherd. Amen Noamie Mésidor.
Amen
Amen
Are you saved from your sins?
Jesus commanded the apostles after His resurrection, to preach repentance and remission of sins, in His name, beginning at Jerusalem, and to wait for the promise of the Father, in Jerusalem. -Luke 24
45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,
46 And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day:
47 And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.
48 And ye are witnesses of these things.
49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.
--
And on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Ghost was poured out [Acts 2]
And they spake with tongues as the Spirit gave the utterance.
And Peter preached the gospel unto them and they were pricked in their hearts, and said, men and brethren what shall we do?
And Peter said, Repent, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
This is how the bible says a man is to be saved.
This is why Jesus said, he that believeth and is baptized shall be saved and he that believeth not shall be damned -Mark 16
Acts 2:
36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made the same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?
38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
39 For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.
41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.
42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
He does light up the sky, every night, with stars made by Him
Amen 💖
my boyfriend just broke up with me, and I'm really sad about it. God really used this song to show me that he has a plan for my life, and that I'm never alone.
hi there young lady...
if i may, when my ex broke up with me for the 3rd time, (what the heck was I THINKING Back Then?!?) , i was, i felt, truly devestated...
However in Reality , God was TRYING to guide me, to get my eyes OFF of the man who was NOT healthy for me, and onto Him, my Creator...
the same for you sweetie...
it gets better....trust❤💔💜
+blondago56 You can't even begin to understand how much your words helped me. I burst into tears because God really spoke through you! it was just what I needed to hear! Thank you so much for writing your experience it means a lot, sending my love!
+CamillaReads
my "favoritist" verse ever:(i had this Written down on Post-Its in my car, in the bathroom,all over😏
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those crushed in spirit"
Psalm 34:17
hugs, mary ,
blondego56@gmail.com
Your words helped me too, thanks
Caroline Barros
youre welcome , ms. Caroline,, hugs
We are NEVER ALONE..!!!! PRAISE HIM..!!! 🤗🙏🙏🙏🔥🔥❤️❤️
I already loved this song , but this past Saturday, I lost my best friend to cancer. I was at her home when she passed. That afternoon as I was leaving just before pulling out of her road onto the highway, I turned on the radio- and this song had just came on. Now of course it has a precious meaning to me and I will ALWAYS think of my sweet dear Dana who I know is with Jesus now.
l am a 15 yes old boy from Austria. And l love this songs ,they help
me in my darkest Days and God speaks to trough this
songs . Praise the Lord
FAKE
God bless all my brothers and sisters in Christ.
Mary Hernandez thanks sis!
Mary Hernandez Amen!
Mary Hernandez Thank you, and bless you too sister in Christ. 💖
^-^
Amen Mary, can Jesus make you feel good and stay strong with Jesus in your life brothers and Sisters !!!
I really love song. I found this on TH-cam 3 years ago and I’m still listening to this song.
What an great Christian song🙏
6/16/24 sitting here in mourning with my sister who just lost her husband to cancer 6 wks after diagnosed...but trusting the Lord
Im so sorry ..prayers for you both..he with you in spirit
This just played on the worlds best in 2019!!!!!
Wow, I had forgotten how much better I felt after listening to these guys. Life may knock us down sometimes, but it will never take my faith! ❤️
God be with you.
Let your heart be ignited by the inferno of God's passion and love.
I hope nothing but the best for you and that your days be filled with sacred divinity and enlightenment.
Always know you are a gift of creation and God's love, let not the inequities of humankind sully your heart or extinguish the fires of holy passion within you and let nothing tare asunder you unity with the Devine God of creation and love.
Seek with all your heart and you shall find.
Lord be the light in this person's darkness and watch over your sacred child with vigilants and help them walk in righteousness though your ethereal wisdom and impressions.
Salutations!!
Amen sister nobody and nothing can take that away from you!
Amen!! Stay strong and focused on the Savior!!!
I just love this song!!! What a great Christian band!!!!!!!!
Why did you feel the need to mention their religion in that?
Oh STOP IT!!! Quit hatin' on the first person who says that oh so scary, scary, scary word, "Christian"??? What/Who do you think the song is ABOUT anyway??? Have you actually taken a moment to listen to the lyrics?? OH WAIT!!! Maybe I should have said "What a great AGNOSTIC band"! You should look up their music genre...I believe the music category is "Christian Pop/Rock".
Deb Corbett yeah i love them so much .. Iam a Christian too and they are my second favorite band first is Planetshakers 😊
I had to look up Planetshakers but now I definitely see why they're your favorite!! And I wanted to give you a shout out to my fellow sister in Christ Jesus!!! Blessings!!!!!! ;)
God used this song so much 2010/2011 when my husband divorced me. God lit up the sku with lightening literally. He did a wonder miracle on my eyes from looking at the lightening! He made my eyes new. Absolutely amazing experience, at one of the most painful times of my life. I loved my husband very much. satan really attacked him, but he came out of it quite a lot. God still using me against that attack! All glory to God/Jesus
This song really speaks about my life. I can't tell you how many times God has done something spectacular for me (how many times He has "lit up the sky"). Earlier this Spring I was a full time college student. One day, I came home from school feeling kinda off. After spending five days at home getting worse I finally went to the hospital via ambulance. As it turns out, I had Pneumonia and I had gone septic. I also had a heart condition at the time. I'm a Christian and have been so for a while--however, at the time I wasn't particularly seeking God. But he showed me that even though I wasn't crying out to Him He was reaching out to me. Within five days I was back on my feet and returned home (I am now fully recovered :) Later I discovered that only HALF of the people who've gone through this survive. If the Lord hadn't orchestrated me getting to the hospital, I probably wouldn't have made it through the night. So no matter what your walk with God is (even if your not a Christian) don't give up...look to Him and cry out his name. Because He is definitely thinking of you.
Thank you for sharing. Your story gave me encouragement.
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The hardships we all endure are the hardest. But we are the strongest to push through. Whoever reads this I pray you over come anything that made you feel alone, hurt, or lost someone close. Yesterday marked 4 yrs on July 9th my brother passed. 12/28/1988-07/09/2020. Gone too soon and never forgotten big brother. ❤😢
I'm agnostic, and I still love this song. One only needs to have faith in God in order to appreciate the beauty in these lyrics...
incredibly im not alone. Same here, I dont belive in god but I can appareciate how deep and beautiful is this song, in a way that makes me feel the vision of this music and question my religious position. Man this song is a sucess
He will light up the sky for you to show he is real and is there with you😊
Kyle Sekenski favorit e
“You’ve opened my eyes so I can see you all around me” This means a lot and it is my favorite part of this song
I lost my brother 4 years ago and I played beautiful song at his funeral; there wasn't a dry eye! Thank you for your beautiful Music!
I got chills when I saw this comment..
I don't the words to express how you must feel, but just know God's with you and by your side all throughout this journey. I'm praying for you. :)
I played it at my brother's funeral in April of this year. Its a beautiful song, and God is with us.
My 6 years old son: that's a great song daddy you should comment on it. blessings
This song helped me when my dad passed away. This song is so touching and just reminded me that God is with us at all the times, no matter what kind of situation you're going through in life.
I lost a friend yesterday (1-20-16) in a car crash. This song tells me that God is with me and my school during this hard time!
+Lane Gillespie I am so sorry for your loss. I know what it is like to lose someone close to you. Just six days ago (Feb 9) was the third anniversary of my moms' death. She had stage 4 breast cancer when she was first diagnosed. She fought it for 5 years, trying so many different treatments; Chemotherapy, Radiation, Surgical... I was twelve when my mom finally passed away. I can still remember how hard i cried that night. I cried so much that my eyes were swollen the next day. I felt so confused and even angry at God. Throughout that dark time in my life, I found myself always wanting to be alone and just away from the world. However, I always found comfort in my friends, family and God. I remember Him telling me that she will always be watching me from the windows of Heaven "cheering me on" as I remember it. She was such a strong Christian and I hope I can be as strong as she was. Do not shut people out, and do not lose your happiness for things will heal through time. Remember: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God."
+Lisa Bowers, may the good Lord see u thru all your struggles. ur story's so inspirational
Sorry for you!
I lost my son 28 years old on July 16th 2018 cze of my worst sins, God should strengthen my family please do pray.
I lost my family due to serious mental illness. This song describes my recovery process. The video is extremely apt. there will be fireworks Such a God Breathed and Inspired song. Keep digging and doing whatever you're doing guys, it's working.
This song is very beautiful! It has very good lyrics. We are blessed to have a band group like The Afters! They are a great group! They are leading the next generation of people to Christ! It is important to support those that will guide the next generation and generations to come!! Hopefully they will impact the music industry for a long time.
This song was running through my head as the fireworks exploded in the sky tonight. God gave me the reminder that He's still with me during my hard times of poor health.
Light up my sky, Lord.
I love reading all the testimonies and seeing how God works through all of us in his beautiful and wonderful plan. Praise The LORD! :)
Words can't express how much I needed this song right now. I've always had a strange relationship to God and faith. I never really knew what was the right thing for me and honestly, I was afraid, I'd be laughed at... But I've been in a really bad state the past years and I slowly started to trust in God again, realising how much believing can actually help. And it feels amazing!
That's awesome to hear! God saved me last month when I was dead in sin, idk what I did to deserve such mercy and love, but here I am. And I will love and praise him as long as I live. And Im praying for you as well that God will help you to remain on the straight path. 🙂
God is Good.Orderly.Direction and is here as a personal experience of life.
It allows you to find who you are and why your here, life is not what we think the bad is just part of the experience and when you find God the experience reveals that whatever happens there always a force which guides us when we are unable to guide ourselves.
Never be in fear or want because we are part of a United universal oneness which is made from pure creation and love.
Sonetimes One will reach the point of total despair and darkness which will either divide him from life and all they know or grasp for something to hold on to and when that time comes one will be healed and touched by God through your hearts most profound experiences.
We wonder why it takes such pain to be touched but it does not many experience God without suffering because they have been taught the way but those who are not do not seek him until it's a need and even then he comes to you.
I've lived a very hard life of suffering but I never blamed God or disregarded his grace, I may have not have been one with him but I still did not mock or disregard him but I did wonder why I suffered so much.
But I know that life is not about perfection it's about growing and the experience here and now so in my darkest hour God was the light that shawn through the shadow and lead me back into the arms of grace.
Let light and love be with you and may the heavenly Father guide you to pastures of new salvation and prosperity.
Never forget you are one with God and him you without both of you this experience would not be.
Glory be to The Father The Son and The Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning now and ever shall be world without end Amen!!
This reminds me of even when it rains there is a sunset. 😍
God's beautiful wonderful mysterious ways to make sure that we smile.
Every time I listen to this song , I feel hopeful . Jesus , thanks for this masterpiece ❤️🫶🏾
Currently on the bus heading home after a long overnight 12hr shift at the hospital. I haven't read the Bible nor gone to church in over 5yrs. Today, at 8am this song came to mind as I was watching the sunlight become brighter. I've been playing this song over and over for the past 30mins. Currently in the bus now, feeling God's strong presence. Trying to hold back my tears. God I'm sorry, you truly are all forgiving. Light up my life God, and make me once again that light that made you proud. I love you.
Betzalel Escalona praying bro. God bless
I have been really far from God the past two years and its been tough getting back on track im only 13 so im still trying to figure this whole "life" thing and its been hard all these worldly influences have really gotten to me and i mean worldly in a bad way Please pray for me and help me God said when two or more gather for Jesus He is there so please gather with me Thanks you
You will learn this world is ruled by hatred. Where light exist shadows follow.
+Cygnus600 Thanks dude
Zachary, don't fall into the trap of believing everything is dark. I felt that way for most of my life and all it did was tear me apart. We are designed for light not darkness! I was into drugs, alcohol, sex, robbing, partying, was homeless for a while, terrible relationships, my daughters mother dissapeared with my daughter, etc. From living my life on the streets all I could see from that point of view was darkness. Got to the point where I would cry everyday regretting bringing my children into a world I thought was all dark. Then anxiety and stress got me to a point where I didn't go an hour without thinking about blowing my brains out (honestly the only reason I didn't is because I refused to leave my children to fend for themselves alone in this world like my father did). Then I found the good Lord! I am clean and sober, have a small business, a house, an amazing wife and family, healthy beautiful children (found daughter and got custody), too many blessings daily to even list! Still have struggles, and everyone does, but with God they are nothing to deal with! Man I am not usually one to leave comments let alone read them but man yours pulled at my heart and I had to let you know thats not how the world works. At that age I feel we face a major crossroad choosing between light and darkness as we transition from child to adult. Choose light ( or "choose life" as the good book says), read the bible and congregate with like-minded people! Everything will be o.k. with God! And I will pray for you.
+Aj Millar thats awsome dude ur testimony helps me alot thanks
Zachary Cox Im not saying to do everything bad, what Im saying is this world is ruled by suffering and so many problems, You have to learn that hatred and sorrow is power, they are yours to control, all you have to do is turn them into strength and use that strength to move forward.
Don't lose faith. Never lose hope, because through all the good and the bad, know that the Lord is right beside you. Never lose hope. Don't give in. The Lord loves you and he always is. I pray for all that are going through any rough times. Feel free to express your feelings. I won't judge you. Have a good night everyone. Love you all! :)
FUCK GOD
Love this song so much. It teaches us that even though we are going through hard times, God still loves us and he will always love us and he will always be there for us even though we are sinners. God still cares about each and everyone of us and he died on the cross so that we will be saved from sin.
This week, think about all the good in your life and thank God for giving you a life and people who love you!
Amen 🙏
I love "Light up the Sky", it's such an encouraging song to me and I feel closer to God every time I hear it! I'm 18 now, but I can't believe this song was uploaded on Nov 3, 2010, which was 1 day after my 14th birthday! To bad I couldn't have played it on that day. The Afters are such amazing band!
Brings tears to my eyes. I've been there. Prayers to all.
No one is stronger and more loving than my King, thank you Lord Jesus for giving me everything I have even though I never deserved it.
THIS IS TRUE WHEN YOU ARE IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS HE LIGHTS UP THE SKY SHOWING YOU HE IS STILL WITH YOU, HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU ❤️🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️❤️
❤💜💙👍
Amen 🙏🏽
I'm 26 years old an orphan was born in Russia servied abortion and lived in two different foster family's. And that didn't love me and they were using me was bullied throughout my school years. And God always was there right next to me and never abandoned me when ever one else had. God love is now and forever he is my savior and my father he always light up the path for me my story my journey is not over. And gods will protect me from evil and everything else to get to were I need to go. Thank you God for my life and all you have done i live to worship you and your glory and name and preach all that you have and to help others. Bothers and sisters we are God children God love will never fail for us. Amen.
Dear person who is reading this, I was a chronic sufferer of these things:
vanity, lust, lying, cruel intentions, smoking marijuana, sexual immorality, pride, depression, sadness, anger, slander, gossip, drunkenness, profane language, cowardice ways, idolatry,pornography, impure thoughts .. PARTYING AND THE WORST OF ALL, a fornicator and adultress!!!! And everything else that you could imagine.....
BUT IM HERE TODAY TO TELL YOU THAT YOU WILL OVERCOME AND GOD WILL CHANGE YOU WHEN YOU START TO BELIEVE!!! Jesus needs you to come to himin humbleness and pray in your room ALONE to Him and CONFESS TO HIM that you have sinned against Him in ALL your ways... It's okay to speak them out loud it's only you and Him there... Ask Him to Come into your heart, that you want to receive the Blood He shed for you and The Holy Spirit and He will give it to you! Repent and stop all the sins and then Pickup your cross and walk with Him! With all the sincerest meaning in your heart Jesus Will come in and Save you! Time is running out and He is looking for you to Change! If you take that one step then all you need left is to get baptized in water! His Holy seal will be on you! But there is more... You must then fight in your mind against the flesh and the enemy who will try tempting you to get back to the mess he wants you in .. DONT GIVE UP ! fight the Good Fight and kick that selfishness and start living selfless! You will know God is With you because the enemy will be threatened and then the battle begins... You will then start having to say no all the time to everything the evil one will send your way to get you to sin! But when you notice that, you then Pray pray pray! I'm telling you this because it happened to me! And everyday I have to pray to keep my mind on Jesus and keep my thoughts pure and my eyes looking up to Heaven! From a person who was at her worst, I can now tell you that I am waayyy better than I have ever been ALL BECAUSE OF JESUS CHRIST WHO TOLD ME TO SIN NO MORE!!! I THIS DAY AM TELLING YOU THAT JESUS CHRIST IS MY SAVIOR AND HE SAVED ME FROM OUT OF THE DEPTHS OF THE DARK PITS AND HE IS WITH ME. HE IS STILL WORKING ON ME TO THIS DAY! through all my sin and most recent backsliding I am now back completely and NEVER LOOKING BACK, God showed me that He can and will take his spirit away if I didn't go back home to him.... He kept calling me at that time and then I kept acting like I didn't hear Him... I was wrong for that and to this day I still feel that all the sorries and forgive me prayers in the world I prayed were not enough, that Jesus stayed mad at me... But I know that is the enemy and He is mad because I left the darkness and went back to the Light, it IS a battle and He lost, so naturally the evil one is attacking my mind.... But I'm NOT AFRAID AND I know Jesus is with me because I stopped sinning and went back to prayer and I can resist evil all by God's power, for I can't do this alone!!! Dear reader, YOU ARE AN OVERCOMER!!!!
Dear Jesus Christ,
I love you... I THANK YOU for showing me that YOU are able and YOU kept me away from destroying what you have built in me AGAIN! THANK YOU for my life again, THANK YOU for the help Of the Holy Spirit to resist evil, THANK YOU for prayer, THANK YOU for the CONVICTION that I so need!!! THANK YOU FOR NEVER TAKING YOUR HAND OFF ME JESUS!!!! I claim victory over the enemy in Jesus name AMEN!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️👏👏👏👏😭😭😭👏👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏
This is one of most favorite songs of all time.
My ultimate favorite song EVER! can seriously listen to it all day! Makes me feel good, happy, excited and what not. As soon as this song plays my spirit lights up and I start dancing to Jesus! I love love this song! fits all of my situations.
Light light light up the sky
You light up up the sky to show me
That you are with me
I I I can't deny
No I can't deny
That you are right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
Light light light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me
That you are with me
Thank You Lord all these years you've been with me still going strong I trust you
Love this video! And I love the way it shows God using his hurting people to touch his hurting people.... So beautiful - nobody is beyond God's usefulness or his loving touch
Wow!! Does it make me less of a man to admit that this beautiful song and video brought tears to my eyes? Praise You Lord for You are with me!!!
The video concept is incredible, I had many times that GOD proved that he was with me by many signs. The song is also great. One of my fav song is "Sunrise"
Some really inspiring comments on here, to all the hurting people out there know that Jesus is with you and has all power, He truly does shine his light upon us in our darkest hours.
In my opinion nothing shows the fallen state of man and the hope we have in Christ better than this video, well done.
Wonderful song. It is true, when the sky is light, God is showing us He is with us. Love Him!
I really love this song! The hope, encouragement. And visuals of the music video get me every time. Glory to Jesus the Christ!
God be witn you always and may he be your foundation and your light of glory.
This music takes God's impression and reflects it upon those who need it the most.
The music is the medium which transfers God's energy and presence through a less rigid religious example that does not impose upon ones sense of personal choice and allows them enjoy God in a way that eliminates the demands and restrictions of religion that create the feeling of judgement and the pressure of religious conformity and purity.
This give a person the freewill to accept God however they wish and not by inducing fear and self consciousness related to the feeling we must apply proper holy conduct enforced through judgement and damnation and fear of failing God's will.
God be with you always and glad to see you here even if it was a little while ago.
I pray you never fall astray from the unity you have with The Lord our God!!
Blessings to you always and peace to all and and all in peace!!
Thank you "the sound of life" radio station if it wasn't for u I wouldn't be here today and bring thankful for this song that gave me the courage to live a foot in front of the other
I really needed this song. such in a bad place. Lord help me.
I'll pray...
Ohhh hope it works out for u!!!😊
Prayed for you as I listened to this music, stephywat.
Lord Jesus, whatever it is that your child is going through, see her through it all.
We got your back hang in there
This song i have to say always on repeat button, The afters you deserve a billion subscribers
May God bless you
I love your music.. it helped me get through my depression.. which I am still struggling with.. thanks for the love...
First song God used to speak to me in 2011. The Lord helped me through a dark season of my life. All praise to you father ✝️🙌
2011 was my darkest hour 😮
Amen. This song is fresh every morning 🌄. Much love from Kenya 💖
The only ads worth watching in the history of TH-cam.
Love this song and I know our Lord and saviour is always with me
I can't believe how awesome creator God is!he is wonderful,and amazing to love us so much!when he is divine! all Glory belongs to him!thank you Jesus,Yeshua.
Always a pleasure guys! Much love and you've helped me out through music and I post on my Facebook your songs! Again, I big thanks!
this Is a Great song, we have a felt helpless, vulnerable, alone. thankfully those feelings of helplessness makes us run to our Lord.
love this song it helps me a lot being away from my family when ever i feel alone i just play this song and pray i cant wait to be reunited with my family
laat night october 2
in lowell mass
i seen them live.
they opened up for news boys
what an incredible band
especially there new song battles
i cried last night. i dont do that often but last night it was something more powerful.
The Afters, Tenth Avenue North. Songs of my upbringing. Helped me so much in my Christian Journey. 1st heard this from a movie
listening from Zimbabwe 2024
After hearing this 5 years .. goosebumps 😊😊
This was my family's favorite song to listen to! 😭😭😭 I'm so glad I remembered it! 🙏💓
The message in your songs is so encouraging - faith filled. Thank you!
This song is about those times the god is with us. When god was guiding the Israelites out of Egypt, when darkness and evil is there to attack, god’s light is the only thing that can truly stop them forever. Remember, god bless everyone and even in times like these when COVID-19 is taking away our lives, freedom, and giving us fear god shine a light to the path where one day, we will fear no more. Amen!
I was told not to listen to Christian rock music, I think because it is hypocritical or something, but This song made me glad that I disregarded that notion, the video taught using the perfect metaphor!! I loved it. I will never look at the sky the same way. Thank you!
I agree...maybe you and I will see each other's light, and know we're not alone. :) xo
It's not hypocritical. Neither is Christian rap. It's the same as any church hymn, just more modern sounding. If Christian rap and rock are wrong because they're modern, then anything done with technology to promote God's love is wrong.
Whiztory I only assumed that was the reason, itwas never even said. It was assumed by me to be the reason, it has nothing to do with modern or not, but with what the message the sounds give, sort of like how a baby screams are not allowed in places where a sensitivity is a part of the words spoken.
@wiztory you have well said things. I only meant to clarify my comment before it spins off into something never intended. It was intended to give more credit to the song that despite the way the message was delivered, it was well recieved.
Brooke Johnson You deserve a star named after you!
This is in know way christian rock. ..christian rock is skillet deceyfer down disciple and thousand foot krutch
It has been an interesting few months my older brother was diagnosed with Lymphoma. We have been back and forth to the hospital quote a few times. I need to be strong for him bit find myself lacking in it. Just don't feel a part of the world right now. Wish I could wake up and have my brother healthy again. But he is strong and can handle anything.
Hi, M... I'm praying for your him. Do believe in what God can do. Trust Him and seek Him.
Jônatas Soares
You are his strength right now, and God is your strength.
Prayers 🙏
Dont believe "doctors"
Why visit them when you can be healed by Jesus Christ! Alleluia!
Are you saved from your sins?
Jesus commanded the apostles after His resurrection, to preach repentance and remission of sins, in His name, beginning at Jerusalem, and to wait for the promise of the Father, in Jerusalem. -Luke 24
45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,
46 And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day:
47 And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.
48 And ye are witnesses of these things.
49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.
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And on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Ghost was poured out [Acts 2]
And they spake with tongues as the Spirit gave the utterance.
And Peter preached the gospel unto them and they were pricked in their hearts, and said, men and brethren what shall we do?
And Peter said, Repent, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
This is how the bible says a man is to be saved.
This is why Jesus said, he that believeth and is baptized shall be saved and he that believeth not shall be damned -Mark 16
Acts 2:
36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made the same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?
38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
39 For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.
41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.
42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
How amazing would it be if everyone in the world did this…. can you imagine how bright the world would be?
i have had God enter my heart and change my life in a way i can not explain. and i have fallen in love with not only the word but the christian music also.. praise God
The Part at 1 minute and smth where he sings ,,I am with you" gave me such goosebumps
I love this song, I am not religious, but it speaks to my soul.
Just went to THE AFTERS concert last night. After five surgeries on my chest for CANCER this was my first day back at Port Naz and I see that THE AFTERS were playing a concert and I decided to go.
Best time I have had in years. The MUSIC filled my world with warmth, love, and salvation. Reconnecting isn't easy for everyone, but these guys benefited me way more than I could have imagined. Port Naz is huge and THE AFTERS filled the CHURCH with their praise and worship. WOW......you need to see these guys live! Jesus is everywhere. He was there with the sold out CHURCH. Met each one of them and they are down to earth men with a mission in their lives. I was amazed, just saying.
light up the sky God! Happy Independence day everyone God Bless
:) Thanks, Grid.
I understand these difficult times as I am there too, but I continue to pray! : )
Matthew 5:13-16 13 “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet.
14 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.15 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. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that[a] they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
At 2:35, that up in octave is pure genius
The Afters are truly blessed with musical ability in my opinion. What a blessing their music has been in my life. Thank you Jesus.
everyday that im alive is an miracle because everyday is an constant battle. High school is tough specially when you're different. whenever I feel depress or upset I listen to thi song it reminds me the most high god , the king of the universe is with me. I may be weird and imperfect to the world, but he thinks Im perfect and he will always be with me.i may not be able to see him but he have different ways of showing me that he is with me. :D
Jenie Melisa, Im weird too! But God made me this way and I praise Him everyday for it. Im an epileptic with a severe migraine disorder, vertigo, depression and anxiety disorder with panic attacks. But I know that God has a purpose for my conditions so I trust Him to work thru my conditions to help someone who suffers from the same conditions as I do. Its not easy but God is in control and I know Hes with me and we got this! Jenie, you got this!!! God bless you today.
There is nothing new under the sun. He knows everything you are going through, and He is with you.
We are all wired, but you choosing to shine cuz of it makes you a little bit taller. God bless you Jenie. I hope to see you in Heavon one day.
Also look up Sean Stephenson ted talk.
Have you obeyed the gospel of Jesus Christ? Praise the LORD
I love this song... Thank you Jesus!
Praise the Lord💗🙏
I loved dis song soo much...i am feel glad find dis great Christian band.luv u from INDIA
goosebumps... I feel it speaking through my heart. this song is such a blessing =)
I have been that man laying on the ground... many of you can relate as well and this video brought me to tears because i heard it on the night i needed it the most... When you are standing on that ledge, no matter how much you may KNOW you are not alone... you can't FEEL it. This video made me feel it. If YOU are standing on that ledge right now, please know you aren't alone. To those of you who have been there and come back from it and fallen the other direction like me... please listen to Owl City's "Shooting Star" whenever I hear it, this is the video that plays in my head and I have since put them one after each other on the play list because "shooting star" fits so well with this song. You can be that shooting star for others. You don't have to upvote this, I won't ask for that... but if you would that would be awesome, and hopefully others can be touched as well with your firework and mine. God Bless
Just discovered this band and I am in love
It's going to be Amazing when Jesus Returns! I Pray for the World!!
2019... always on replay...I am obsessed with this. You guys are great!
La escucho desde el 2012, mientras era estudiante, y hasta la fecha es una cancion refrescante que me recuerda que Dios está conmigo.
Eu choro toda vez que vejo esse clipe, impactante, é real. Thanks, my Lord!
I can't deny that He is right here with me/us! Thank you Jesus!
Life is Hard but God is good