How I interpret this song is, in a blackout (world or room full of unbelievers/evil) us Christians/children of God have the light of God within us that illuminates whenever we go. Its SO bright that unbelievers recognize it and can’t escape or deny the light. The world didn’t give us the Light of God and therefore they can't take it away from us. This song is DEEP!
do you realize that if you click those 3 dots (upper right) you can actually correct your spelling errors! Then your post would at least be readable. In case you can't see it... change "circular" to "secular"... with that done, Yes, you may be right! But it's a budget production with limited props, and less experience (thank God).
Hey Dustin! From my observation of Stephanie's actions, words, songs, gestures and non-verbal communications, I can tell you with a high degree of confidence, her heart's deepest motivation is to worship God, have a closer personal relationship with Jesus, and to lead us into the same. Do you disagree?
Grammy awards are nothing compared to Jesus’ rewards♥️🙏🏾 you feel her passion for Him our Savior King in this beautiful piece and that’s the whole point!
*Caution advised Timo...* are you sure you can speak for God? Do you have chapter and verse for that? BTW, are you ESL? Perhaps you should not worry about "grammies", but focus first on your "grammar", with a goal of making a whole sentence. Do this first so our dialectic can make sense. What do you think?
This is exactly what I’m talking about, like a youtuber recently said “We need Christian artists to represent our CREATIVE God, not afraid to experiment their creative potential”
This is my take on this, and a very gentle response to some comments I see here: There are two kinds of Christian music, one meant for worshipping our Father, and one meant for expressing our talents for entertainment while still being true to our faith and bringing glory to God and all His creation (including us and the gifts He gave us). This falls into the second category, and does it really, really well. Steffany is an annointed worshipper, and also obviously a gifted songwriter outside of worship. Personally, I love it. I'm not a Bethel bandwagoner, but I'm thankful for this music.
Dig back in your Bible.. she is singing praise to God through these lyrics, that IS worship. I'm just saying. This is called revival, the next generation does not relate to the last one. The world is changing and God knows how to reach all of us. This is His way to get to the ones that are coming up next... It is naive to think that the church is going to be the same way it is now in 50 years. Denomination is going to be gone, it was never intended to be that way from the start. The book of Acts does not speak of different denominations it says we are to follow Christ. Denomination is about man, it causes division among believers... we are heading back to a church that reflects the Book of Acts, a church like it was in the beginning. We are just getting started! I'm not a Bethel bandwaggoner either... I don't even know what that means, but I do know God and I see where this is all heading. Jump on the Jesus bandwagon! Follow His teachings and the Bible.
For shame my friend. We don't understand god one bit. But I can tell you this. Between 3:50 and 3:55 on that video I felt the Holy Spirit strike me and that was not for entertainment purposes I can assure you.
Drum Jedi....Please kindly point out biblically where it says there are 2 kinds of music for honouring God....David probably danced to something more energetic than this because the Bible records that his garments fell OFF!
It is sometimes funny, more so sad but still funny how we try to put Jesus in this box. This box of we can only worship "this" way, or pray "this" way or Christian music can only sound like "this" or look like "this". You guys! OUR JESUS ROSE FROM THE DEAD!! LIKE DEAD DEAD!! Jesus broke through EVERY logical box anyone could ever even imagine and we have the amazing Holy Spirit inside of us meaning we do not have to put ourselves in a box either! And if anyone examples that, its Steffany. The way she loves Jesus in this radical way that to most just seems pretty insane and weird but to those who love Him and who choose to not be constrained to a box, its beautiful and truly inspiring. I love you Steff and this song and whole album really breaks through boxes and for that Thank you.
I couldn't agree more! I love that we serve a God of creativity and artistic vision! This album is so profoundly written and is going to lead to so much spiritual breakthrough for many.
Wow, so I was thinking, “what the heck is this”, then I read your comment and you made a really great point!!!!!! I just wish she would of specified that her light comes from Jesus!
I appreciate your opinion! As a friendly hint, just remember traditional church is in a box. Jesus split the temple, or the "box", and ignore what Jesus did and run back to the it. I think our priorities as Christians are mixed up because we want to be more relevant and creative, but continue exclude God's explicit will for church. See a pattern? Consider this, Jesus did church in His house and had the Lord's supper in a house where fellowship and discipleship took place, but if you really want to take God out of the box why not start with what Jesus called us to do? To preach the Gospel, heal the sick, cast out demons, make disciples and teach them all the things Jesus commanded us. When we start doing those things I think Jesus will see we are really coming out of the box.
ScarlettPrincessStar I think she might dance a little bit like David did when he was undignified. Breakthrough happens when you dance like that. It is powerful.
For all the naysayers and religious peeps.. You still can't put out her light or anyone elses.. We Rise ..we Shine .. God will not be put in a box.. Esp; yours..but you can be free from your blocks...and receive the love of Christ too..so you can also enjoy creation and it's creativity surrounded and enhancing Christ in us the hope of Glory!🙌👑💕😇
God says “ be yourself “ she’s being herself expressing that the devil wants to steal her light but never will , the light she’s talking about is Jesus! So the song is about God.
When I first heard this song God spoke to me I was in a very poor poverty place and I had no electricity and I was sad because me and my family always struggled and I was praying and God showed me this song and I cried in the dark just thankful that God was telling me even though I’m in the dark and times are hard I’m the light that shines that what I have inside is valuable that the enemy can’t destroy me that God is always with me even in the darkest moments
I am praying for everyone who needs a Miracle. Only God can do the impossible, He can make a way when there seems to be no way. Today I pray God touches your health, your home, your family, your faith, and your finances. Amen!
Would be interesting to know what you've discerned since 2 weeks ago. Perhaps it reminds you of a scary movie you've seen? That may have been intentional to indicate that even in the darkest places, the light of Christ still shines in us.
I love many anointed Bethel songs. My Spirit was grieved when listening to this one because the actual name of Jesus was not mentioned. If the church was removed and a person who did not know Jesus listened to this song, I believe they would come to the conclusion that they themselves are the light which is a prevalent message that is believed in many other religions. I pray whoever reads my comment does not take offense rather goes to Jesus as He deserves all the glory, honor and praise.
You are correct Diane. This is how the new age/occultism is infiltrating the church. Everything looks and sounds like the world because it is. Jesus is not included (because they believe the divine is within). It’s time to rise up and preach the Gospel. No more playing around. He is coming soon.
@@tammyfreeman4525 I go on a lot of Christians TH-cam channels and in the comment area, I ask how can I be saved? Very little could tell me the gospel of salvation, the gospel that can save my soul from hell, they mostly tell me about the gospel of the kingdom of God not the gospel of salvation, the one saved by grace though faith in Jesus Christ, that salvation is a free gift from God not of any human efforts or following traditions so no one could boast, the one that’s says Jesus Christ left heaven came down to earth born of a virgin rapt himself in flesh died and shad his blood on the cross so we could be forgiven of all our sins past, present and future sins, the gospel that’s says confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the grave three days after and you will be saved.
What an odd thing it would be for someone to communicate in a confusing way. Were a person to make assumptions even a simple parable might be misunderstood, possibly even by people who were not only religious but even by religious teachers. I wish they had a good example of that somewhere in the gospels.
I know some people are saying this video doesn't point back to Christ because it's different. But if you read the scriptures it isn't about the law and rules that we are made right with God. But LOVE. Steffany knew she would do something different to allow others to relate. At the end it does glorify God.
But this is about occults! The bible doesnt fit your agenda dear. Ignorant much!? This is a video of paganisim! 'Wicca'. So many are blind out of pure ignorance.
No!!! The way we are made right with God the last time I read my Bible was by believing in what Jesus Christ did for us on the cross, he died and shad his blood on the cross so I could be forgiven of all my sins past, present and future sins
When God's reflection is seen within us, not necessarily by words but that glow that burning light that spark ignites the darkness sees the light...when people see jesus living inside of you.
Evergreen song. Still strikes my heart till today. I remember I heard this song first in 2018. Amazing lyrics and creativity. I'm the light of the world.
Sometimes we get so caught up in what we see the world doing, that we forget that God is the author of all things...our creativity, gifts, etc. all originate with Him. When we use it all for His glory, it reminds us who the originator really is. So when we look at works of worship in art-forms like this, we recognize that the world is really copying us, not the other way around.
I love how her transparency and originality screams through her music and mannerisms. Such a richly anointed, amazingly talented, and creative woman of God.
WOW!!! Major props to Steffany and the whole bethel music team that went behind producing this! The message behind the lyrics and the art direction is magnificently crafted.. what a message for the Body of Christ. I cried like a baby watching this. 😭❤️ No words.
True. No one can take away the glory and power of our Creator. We are given the gift of life and love, on a planet surrounded by darkness and cold. Our warm Earth is our home, here, now. The light of the Sun gives enough warmth. Creation is a gift for us to enjoy. All glory goes to YHWH.
OH MY GOODNESS. WHAT IN HEAVEN. THIS IS INCREDIBLE. This is the kind of Holy Spirit creativity that is going to change the world. I can’t say enough about this. The key changes. The arrangement. The lyrics. This is what I’ve been waiting for. Not only is this a great song. It’s one of the dopest songs I’ve heard recently
After giving it some thought and prayer, I believe that the Holy Spirit can use this song and video to convey His message to the heart of man. I just want the Lord that saved me to be glorified in every way possible, but different doesn’t have to mean sinful. Lord Jesus, please show us the way.
Some people want the focus to be so of of us and on Jesus that they forget what it's all about - Him in us. "Light of the world, it's the name we were given"
This is a prophetic song been release to the body of Christ in this season. Remnant you shall rise and Shine. We are returning to the beginning of church of act.
Shine our lights to save God's Children stolen. God's love to All humans He Created and paid for totally, paid by the Light of The World, Jesus Christ Amen
"I ride the dawn. It’s in the name I was given. Can’t get away from the meaning. I’ll always rise. I’ll always shine." Her middle name is 'Dawn' haha clever!
For 3 years I thought she said, "I write a ton, it's in the name I was given." Like she writes music in the name of Jesus. I guess that's what I heard because I'm a writer. I'm gonna keep signing it this way 😂
This song really helped me through a dark time of my life. The hope, the creativity showed here reminded me I can still be a christian even if I take a rather original approch to life.
PRAISE THE FATHER! Because he gave this gift to his daughter and to so many of us! Religious people haven't had a glimpse of heaven so they can't relate. Steffany is OBVIOUSLY glorifying God and discipling the world. There is a power of testimony on this song. LOVE IT!
Aqui!!! Eu ouvia essa música com o meu pai quando era pequena, depois eu parei de ouvir, e senti falta, e achei, minha preferida, e meu pai amava essa tbm... 🥺❤️
I like her personality, she is so unique . There so many people of this way in the world and, they do not know HIM yet but, they will! That' s in the heart of Jesus; these words don't lie!!
Steffany is a bonafide pop artist on BLACKOUT and I am SHOOK. I was so excited but nervous for this new album. I knew how much I loved and valued Steffany’s artistic voice but also carry really hurtful experiences at the hands of the church and could not predict whether the worship genre would still prove triggering to me. I haven’t been connected to a faith community regularly since early 2016. My body trembles with anxiety every time I walk into a sanctuary these days yet here I am, journeying with God across synths and pop beats and I’m so grateful. This is exactly what I didn’t know I needed. If you ever read these comments, thank you Steffany for doing this work. For those who don’t get it, consider that maybe this just isn’t for you - not everything is created solely for the corporate church. This feels like drawing the net wide to touch those on the outskirts like me. That’s okay too. To everyone else, get BLACKOUT on iTunes now! It’s fantastic.
What kind of anxiety would you see it as? Social anxiety? Like having to converse and I interact with a bunch of folks you don't know. I agree with everything you said, brother. Man, I am the same with anxiety. Sometimes, I dislike having to approach people esp. strangers to speak a different language. I am an American over here in the Philippines to be exact. My mom is a Filipino and we've been over here for over 6 years now. Hope & pray all is well. Let us be blessed in Jesus' name with this anointed musical offering by Steff.
Sorcery. You have been Deceived. 🙄 coercioncode.com/2019/12/24/australia-hillsongs-latest-christmas-show-sorcery-sun-worship-paganism-heresy-and-harlotry/amp/
Almost 5 years later, and this is still one of my favorite songs of all time. This music video set a gold standard of the kind of content I want to produce as a filmmaker, and how I want to work with artists.
My Lord Jesus, Unbelievable!!!! Wow,She is a fighter. worrior. She is salt and light of the world. Her passion for JESUS gives me COURAGE that I've never felt! Steffany&Bethel,Thank you for all your work. yes,I'm salt and light too!!!!
Bryan, the Holy SPirit really needs to come out. Yah says he will step on those who think they are always right in their own minds. Our lord is mysterious and beautiful. The most high. Praise is forever in heaven. The lord is not boring!
i have never used this word before, but i am utterly GOBSMACKED! that was incredible. i feel like i want to go out into the world and start a revolution of the SPIRIT! this is a song that can uplift the fallen. inspire the timid. this song is a call to action. THANK YOU!
The lyrics. Anointing. Such a deep song where you have to see yourself with a light on inside your spirit that will never be blown out. Whew! That is such a deep expression. I am so moved by this. This song is about The Holy Spirit
This is Steffany in another dimension, her intimate relationship with God , showing her passion for God and the gift that God give her .... I love it ....
I love this woman! I wish she would have said the name of Jesus in this song! So many contemporary songs are leaving His name out. There is POWER in His name! I do love this song!
It's so amazing what the Lord is doing through this human. Her message is not only truth but allows us to be reminded that He works through such amazing people to spread his message of love. Thanks for inspiring us Stephanie! The Lord is for sure working through you!
This is great , inspired she is minsitering on more than one platform sound and visual to get the msg across don't criticize that's why the world hooks our kids we are visual beings . Beautiful creative anointed thank u Steffany for shining your light.
You have no idea how much you have helped me thru this season of pain and healing. These songs are like balm that soothes wounds and yet they are like fire that spurs me on thru this healing process. I needed this song tonight. It's my anthem today. Praise God for His mercy and how He uses you as such a minister of healing and grace
Hello Christian music leading the way for the secular world to follow!!! I have been longing for this to be the case in Christian music since I can remember. Awesome song and video!
I like some of bethel worship. I'm hoping worship, isn't taken away from its true purpose, to bring honor and glory to our God and Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Yo listen to the words, this is glorifying God, who is the light of the world? Who is the sustenance of light, who created light? Jesus! 😁. The world has tried to steal away light, and how I interpret is that God is redeeming what's been stolen and lost. In and through the darkness we will illuminate it with the ligiht of Jesus Christ! Everything in him is light, there is no darkness in Him. That's what I perceived from this. 🔥😍
And the earth was totally empty...and darkness was upon the face of the deep, and the Spirit of God hovered over the face of the water and God said LIGHT BE... HE WILL ALWAYS SHINE NO MATTER HOW DEEP THE DARKNESS IN OUR SOUL. LOVE YOU LORD JESUS
Wow, Steffany! How beautifully-crafted and a message of potent importance to us a Body. Honestly, I'm surprised and confused at any negative response from Christians to a song such as this. In the opening verse alone, she introduces us to the significance of a name, and therefore the response to & empowerment of its meaning. Her reference to her own name 'dawn' (the breaking of a new day's light) ties in so well, and as she goes on with "It's in the name I was given, can't get away from the meaning" - this points to what she unravels in the rest of the song - Jesus calling us the "light of the world" and being like a "city on a hill". We find meaning in this - it's a powerful call to the Church, a reminder of the meaning of a name we've been given. We're the light of the world! This is who we are. We can't get away from it. We reflect Him to those around us and draw them into the Kingdom of light. Truly rich lyrics to meditate on. The visuals alone were so creative and symbolic. I liked all the various different 'lighting' throughout the entirety of the video - alluding to the symbol of light Jesus gave us as a demonstration. Light everywhere, light piercing the dark spaces. The people united. Like the Body of Christ, standing as light bearers to the lost. It's so cool to see them harness and present this analogy in such creative visual ways. People dancing in the freedom of His love and in worship. I'm thankful we have artists that have access to resources that enable them to create high-quality art that's for God. It makes sense to give Him the best - it's so honouring to Him when we craft things for Him with care, thought, and talent. And of course the singer is going to appear singing in her own music video - let's not go so far as to say she can't appear in it in case " she draws attention to herself". That's silly, haha (: Steffany is His beautiful daughter and we get to watch her be herself as she glorifies Him in worship - and witness the boldness & authority He's given her in this empowerment to shine "light" to anyone in darkness. As she says, this our paradigm - our model that is used by God to bless us with an example to teach us and powerfully equip us. I'm saddened by the comments that dismiss this with criticisms that come from a place of a feeling of superiority. Inaccurately passing off false judgements that you've carelessly made as "discernment" is wrong, and arrogant. If you can't find God in this video, that's because you were never looking for Him in it in the first place. I encourage you to examine your heart in this - if you did not see Christ in this, perhaps you did not know the call that He gave to be His children of light, and this is your indication to respond! (: It's good to approach this with humility and look for His words - then be receptive to the truth that is being spoken. I was able to worship God during this. He spoke to me through this. This song is undoubtedly glorifying Him, His empowerment to us as His children, and is notably - biblical! It's literally about the words of Jesus. If invading media with Christ is an issue at all (something that everyone has access to & is constantly influenced by in current society all over the world) you should re-evaluate what our purpose is in being a holy people / representatives on the earth (through every age, which is currently a digital age might I add) - that speaks out the Gospel freely through all platforms. There's so much more I could to say on this piece, so much more to dive into and break down! I don't understand how anyone could not see the spiritual siginificance in this. Always look at the heart behind something, irrespective of what you might first see. This is good stuff, enjoy it! His love & peace to anyone reading this! (: Finally, Matthew 5, the scripture this song is based on: "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
This is very creative, I appreciate the aesthetics & the exploring of innovative sounds, yet it's true it's not a song that makes me want to worship, it's more like a song I would put in the background while I'm doing other things. It's more relaxing to me than inspiring. Which is good, I need such songs.
Ephesians 5:8-9 "For you were once Darkness, but now you are Light in the Lord, live as children of light. For the fruit of the light consists in all Goodness, Righteousness and Truth"
I was wondering in the darkness for a while lost and cold. Then my Lord Jesus Christ miraculously found me and now He lights up my path to righteousness .His word has been changing me for the better! He is my Desire forever !
How I interpret this song is, in a blackout (world or room full of unbelievers/evil) us Christians/children of God have the light of God within us that illuminates whenever we go. Its SO bright that unbelievers recognize it and can’t escape or deny the light. The world didn’t give us the Light of God and therefore they can't take it away from us. This song is DEEP!
Give this woman a grammy already. Masterpiece.
do you realize that if you click those 3 dots (upper right) you can actually correct your spelling errors! Then your post would at least be readable. In case you can't see it... change "circular" to "secular"... with that done, Yes, you may be right! But it's a budget production with limited props, and less experience (thank God).
@David Masabo Sorry. I think your opinion is short-sighted.
Hey Dustin! From my observation of Stephanie's actions, words, songs, gestures and non-verbal communications, I can tell you with a high degree of confidence, her heart's deepest motivation is to worship God, have a closer personal relationship with Jesus, and to lead us into the same. Do you disagree?
Grammy awards are nothing compared to Jesus’ rewards♥️🙏🏾 you feel her passion for Him our Savior King in this beautiful piece and that’s the whole point!
*Caution advised Timo...* are you sure you can speak for God? Do you have chapter and verse for that? BTW, are you ESL? Perhaps you should not worry about "grammies", but focus first on your "grammar", with a goal of making a whole sentence. Do this first so our dialectic can make sense. What do you think?
This is exactly what I’m talking about, like a youtuber recently said “We need Christian artists to represent our CREATIVE God, not afraid to experiment their creative potential”
Saúl Escobar which TH-camr do u watch?
I totally agree with you!
Yesss ❤❤
Check out Erwin McManus at Mosaic LA too! He’s been preaching that on TED talk stages and across the globe :)
Curious to know which youtuber said this! Always looking for new Christian youtubers!
This is my take on this, and a very gentle response to some comments I see here: There are two kinds of Christian music, one meant for worshipping our Father, and one meant for expressing our talents for entertainment while still being true to our faith and bringing glory to God and all His creation (including us and the gifts He gave us). This falls into the second category, and does it really, really well. Steffany is an annointed worshipper, and also obviously a gifted songwriter outside of worship.
Personally, I love it. I'm not a Bethel bandwagoner, but I'm thankful for this music.
DrumJedi its not entertainment though it has a deep and beautiful meaning, God is using it to teach.
Dig back in your Bible.. she is singing praise to God through these lyrics, that IS worship. I'm just saying. This is called revival, the next generation does not relate to the last one. The world is changing and God knows how to reach all of us. This is His way to get to the ones that are coming up next... It is naive to think that the church is going to be the same way it is now in 50 years. Denomination is going to be gone, it was never intended to be that way from the start. The book of Acts does not speak of different denominations it says we are to follow Christ. Denomination is about man, it causes division among believers... we are heading back to a church that reflects the Book of Acts, a church like it was in the beginning. We are just getting started! I'm not a Bethel bandwaggoner either... I don't even know what that means, but I do know God and I see where this is all heading. Jump on the Jesus bandwagon! Follow His teachings and the Bible.
For shame my friend. We don't understand god one bit. But I can tell you this. Between 3:50 and 3:55 on that video I felt the Holy Spirit strike me and that was not for entertainment purposes I can assure you.
Drum Jedi....Please kindly point out biblically where it says there are 2 kinds of music for honouring God....David probably danced to something more energetic than this because the Bible records that his garments fell OFF!
@@jonlorie1 well said! I can't wait for the new Church to emerge and lead the world into a new time of Light, Peace and Truth.
YOU CAN'T TURN OUT A LIGHT SHINING FROM THE INSIDE. THE WORLD DID'NT GIVE IT AND THEY CAN'T TAKE IT AWAY! GLORY!
Oluwaseun Isaacs amen!
Oluwaseun Isaacs next level!
Ignorant much!? This is a video of paganisim! 'Wicca'. Bethel is Occult based. So many are blind out of pure ignorance.
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It is sometimes funny, more so sad but still funny how we try to put Jesus in this box. This box of we can only worship "this" way, or pray "this" way or Christian music can only sound like "this" or look like "this". You guys! OUR JESUS ROSE FROM THE DEAD!! LIKE DEAD DEAD!! Jesus broke through EVERY logical box anyone could ever even imagine and we have the amazing Holy Spirit inside of us meaning we do not have to put ourselves in a box either! And if anyone examples that, its Steffany. The way she loves Jesus in this radical way that to most just seems pretty insane and weird but to those who love Him and who choose to not be constrained to a box, its beautiful and truly inspiring. I love you Steff and this song and whole album really breaks through boxes and for that Thank you.
I couldn't agree more! I love that we serve a God of creativity and artistic vision! This album is so profoundly written and is going to lead to so much spiritual breakthrough for many.
ScarlettPrincessStar COULDN'T SAY IT BETTER 🙌
Wow, so I was thinking, “what the heck is this”, then I read your comment and you made a really great point!!!!!!
I just wish she would of specified that her light comes from Jesus!
I appreciate your opinion! As a friendly hint, just remember traditional church is in a box. Jesus split the temple, or the "box", and ignore what Jesus did and run back to the it. I think our priorities as Christians are mixed up because we want to be more relevant and creative, but continue exclude God's explicit will for church. See a pattern? Consider this, Jesus did church in His house and had the Lord's supper in a house where fellowship and discipleship took place, but if you really want to take God out of the box why not start with what Jesus called us to do? To preach the Gospel, heal the sick, cast out demons, make disciples and teach them all the things Jesus commanded us. When we start doing those things I think Jesus will see we are really coming out of the box.
ScarlettPrincessStar I think she might dance a little bit like David did when he was undignified. Breakthrough happens when you dance like that. It is powerful.
"You can't turn out a light shining from the inside"
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For all the naysayers and religious peeps.. You still can't put out her light or anyone elses.. We Rise ..we Shine .. God will not be put in a box.. Esp; yours..but you can be free from your blocks...and receive the love of Christ too..so you can also enjoy creation and it's creativity surrounded and enhancing Christ in us the hope of Glory!🙌👑💕😇
I LOVE THIS SONG!!! WE ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD.....we shine HIS light!!!!
God says “ be yourself “ she’s being herself expressing that the devil wants to steal her light but never will , the light she’s talking about is Jesus! So the song is about God.
When I first heard this song God spoke to me I was in a very poor poverty place and I had no electricity and I was sad because me and my family always struggled and I was praying and God showed me this song and I cried in the dark just thankful that God was telling me even though I’m in the dark and times are hard I’m the light that shines that what I have inside is valuable that the enemy can’t destroy me that God is always with me even in the darkest moments
AMEN, i pray you are feeling and doing much better.
I am praying for everyone who needs a Miracle. Only God can do the impossible, He can make a way when there seems to be no way. Today I pray God touches your health, your home, your family, your faith, and your finances. Amen!
“The world didn’t give it and they can’t take it away!” 🙌🏾👏🏾💗
What did the world didn’t give you, what is this light?? And how can I get it??
This music video is giving me a gut wrenching feeling. Somethings out of place here.
In Jesus name give all those who listen discernment!
Would be interesting to know what you've discerned since 2 weeks ago. Perhaps it reminds you of a scary movie you've seen? That may have been intentional to indicate that even in the darkest places, the light of Christ still shines in us.
Trust your discernment
JoJo You are spiritually mature. That feeling was a warning by the Holy Spirit. God Bless.
Same :/
Yes amen! This is not of the Lord, I can feel it in my heart. Thank you for speaking up!
It's so refreshing. Finally, music that honors the Lord, made by a Christian, with a sound and image that is not cheesy. Thank you Stephanie!
This is a video of paganisim! 'Wicca'. So many are blind out of pure ignorance.
@@098098820 I'm not the only one that was deeply disturbed by this!
Absolutely!
Finally a Christian song I can run to and work out with without looking for remixes. Bethel has always been my favorite.
I love many anointed Bethel songs. My Spirit was grieved when listening to this one because the actual name of Jesus was not mentioned. If the church was removed and a person who did not know Jesus listened to this song, I believe they would come to the conclusion that they themselves are the light which is a prevalent message that is believed in many other religions. I pray whoever reads my comment does not take offense rather goes to Jesus as He deserves all the glory, honor and praise.
Amen sister!
You are correct Diane. This is how the new age/occultism is infiltrating the church. Everything looks and sounds like the world because it is. Jesus is not included (because they believe the divine is within). It’s time to rise up and preach the Gospel. No more playing around. He is coming soon.
@@tammyfreeman4525 I go on a lot of Christians TH-cam channels and in the comment area, I ask how can I be saved? Very little could tell me the gospel of salvation, the gospel that can save my soul from hell, they mostly tell me about the gospel of the kingdom of God not the gospel of salvation, the one saved by grace though faith in Jesus Christ, that salvation is a free gift from God not of any human efforts or following traditions so no one could boast, the one that’s says Jesus Christ left heaven came down to earth born of a virgin rapt himself in flesh died and shad his blood on the cross so we could be forgiven of all our sins past, present and future sins, the gospel that’s says confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the grave three days after and you will be saved.
I agree.. Very well said!
What an odd thing it would be for someone to communicate in a confusing way. Were a person to make assumptions even a simple parable might be misunderstood, possibly even by people who were not only religious but even by religious teachers. I wish they had a good example of that somewhere in the gospels.
Here again after so many years, and it still hits just as hard, if not harder. God bless you, Steffany!
I know some people are saying this video doesn't point back to Christ because it's different. But if you read the scriptures it isn't about the law and rules that we are made right with God. But LOVE. Steffany knew she would do something different to allow others to relate. At the end it does glorify God.
Amen sister !
But this is about occults! The bible doesnt fit your agenda dear. Ignorant much!? This is a video of paganisim! 'Wicca'. So many are blind out of pure ignorance.
@@098098820 Say it! That's exactly what's going on
No!!! The way we are made right with God the last time I read my Bible was by believing in what Jesus Christ did for us on the cross, he died and shad his blood on the cross so I could be forgiven of all my sins past, present and future sins
When God's reflection is seen within us, not necessarily by words but that glow that burning light that spark ignites the darkness sees the light...when people see jesus living inside of you.
Evergreen song. Still strikes my heart till today. I remember I heard this song first in 2018. Amazing lyrics and creativity. I'm the light of the world.
Sometimes we get so caught up in what we see the world doing, that we forget that God is the author of all things...our creativity, gifts, etc. all originate with Him. When we use it all for His glory, it reminds us who the originator really is. So when we look at works of worship in art-forms like this, we recognize that the world is really copying us, not the other way around.
I love how her transparency and originality screams through her music and mannerisms. Such a richly anointed, amazingly talented, and creative woman of God.
“The world didn’t give it, so it can’t take it away “ wow. I can ponder that for days....
WOW!!! Major props to Steffany and the whole bethel music team that went behind producing this! The message behind the lyrics and the art direction is magnificently crafted.. what a message for the Body of Christ. I cried like a baby watching this. 😭❤️ No words.
True. No one can take away the glory and power of our Creator. We are given the gift of life and love, on a planet surrounded by darkness and cold. Our warm Earth is our home, here, now. The light of the Sun gives enough warmth. Creation is a gift for us to enjoy. All glory goes to YHWH.
*HAPPY 3RD ANNIVERSARY BLACKOUT* 🥳🎊🎉 Still love this song as much as the day it came out. 🎇🥰❤😊
Brilliant. One of the best christian videos ever. Give her a lot of grammys
OH MY GOODNESS. WHAT IN HEAVEN. THIS IS INCREDIBLE. This is the kind of Holy Spirit creativity that is going to change the world. I can’t say enough about this. The key changes. The arrangement. The lyrics. This is what I’ve been waiting for. Not only is this a great song. It’s one of the dopest songs I’ve heard recently
Light, the world didn't give it, they can't take away.
OMG!!!!! So freakin Goooooood!!!!!!!!! The Song, the lighting, the cinematography, the vibe...ok im dead.
Wait... What? Art Aguilera? El de "Hay libertad en la casa de Dios"? 😱
We are made of God
After giving it some thought and prayer, I believe that the Holy Spirit can use this song and video to convey His message to the heart of man. I just want the Lord that saved me to be glorified in every way possible, but different doesn’t have to mean sinful. Lord Jesus, please show us the way.
One of the greatest lessons I learnt from Bethel is this: God made you to be be-you-ti-ful
Love it! Edgy, creative, powerful message. Christian music needs more of this. Praise God!
This song is definitely not for worship of God but of the Art. There's no anointing in it.
Some people want the focus to be so of of us and on Jesus that they forget what it's all about - Him in us. "Light of the world, it's the name we were given"
Tomorrow is a day of crossover for our family. I pray we all see many miracle moments with our lights. Please join us in precious prayer
This is a prophetic song been release to the body of Christ in this season. Remnant you shall rise and Shine. We are returning to the beginning of church of act.
Shine our lights to save God's Children stolen. God's love to All humans He Created and paid for totally, paid by the Light of The World, Jesus Christ Amen
"I ride the dawn. It’s in the name I was given. Can’t get away from the meaning. I’ll always rise. I’ll always shine."
Her middle name is 'Dawn' haha clever!
THANK YOU! i've been scrolling through the comments SPECIFICALLY to see if anyone explained the meaning of the first two lines! beautiful. :)
steffany I believe means dawn
Mine too :)
IKR! I saw what she did there and I was like omg! EPIC🔥
For 3 years I thought she said, "I write a ton, it's in the name I was given." Like she writes music in the name of Jesus. I guess that's what I heard because I'm a writer. I'm gonna keep signing it this way 😂
UNSTOPPABLE GOD IN JESUS NAME AMEN
This song really helped me through a dark time of my life. The hope, the creativity showed here reminded me I can still be a christian even if I take a rather original approch to life.
PRAISE THE FATHER! Because he gave this gift to his daughter and to so many of us! Religious people haven't had a glimpse of heaven so they can't relate. Steffany is OBVIOUSLY glorifying God and discipling the world. There is a power of testimony on this song. LOVE IT!
Sometimes it's not just about the worship experience. Casual christian songs such as these are great to listen. I love this song.
Y’a!! Let’s stay casual while people are going to hell for ETERNITY!!!! Relax it doesn’t matter their just humans with souls
The world didn't give it, and they can't take it away.
She broke the backbone of religion.Awesomeness right here.
Not really, she is just trying to mix new age and the occult with Christianity
My God!!! This is... soooo!!!! Good!!! Please pray that Korea can have this type of worship music too! Please pray!!
Cara, perfeito!
Cadê os brasileiros daqui??
Precisam ver essa obra de arte.
Siiiimmmm
Br
Aqui!!! Eu ouvia essa música com o meu pai quando era pequena, depois eu parei de ouvir, e senti falta, e achei, minha preferida, e meu pai amava essa tbm... 🥺❤️
I dediticate this song to Pastor Joyce Myers, teaching women and all.Amen
No will understand how happy my heart is!! Praise God!!
Chris Tomlin resurrection power
I understand. LOL (crying smiley face)
I like her personality, she is so unique . There so many people of this way in the world and, they do not know HIM yet but, they will! That' s in the heart of Jesus; these words don't lie!!
Steffany is a bonafide pop artist on BLACKOUT and I am SHOOK.
I was so excited but nervous for this new album. I knew how much I loved and valued Steffany’s artistic voice but also carry really hurtful experiences at the hands of the church and could not predict whether the worship genre would still prove triggering to me. I haven’t been connected to a faith community regularly since early 2016. My body trembles with anxiety every time I walk into a sanctuary these days yet here I am, journeying with God across synths and pop beats and I’m so grateful. This is exactly what I didn’t know I needed.
If you ever read these comments, thank you Steffany for doing this work. For those who don’t get it, consider that maybe this just isn’t for you - not everything is created solely for the corporate church. This feels like drawing the net wide to touch those on the outskirts like me. That’s okay too.
To everyone else, get BLACKOUT on iTunes now! It’s fantastic.
What kind of anxiety would you see it as? Social anxiety? Like having to converse and I interact with a bunch of folks you don't know. I agree with everything you said, brother. Man, I am the same with anxiety. Sometimes, I dislike having to approach people esp. strangers to speak a different language. I am an American over here in the Philippines to be exact. My mom is a Filipino and we've been over here for over 6 years now. Hope & pray all is well. Let us be blessed in Jesus' name with this anointed musical offering by Steff.
Sorcery. You have been Deceived. 🙄
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it is hard to find a better singer, beautiful anointed and has spent much time in the throne room
This song is just what I needed to hear. God is good! We are the light of the world! Mt 5:14
Almost 5 years later, and this is still one of my favorite songs of all time. This music video set a gold standard of the kind of content I want to produce as a filmmaker, and how I want to work with artists.
This is delicious. John Mark and Steffany keep my hope alive for believers making good music.
i like that^
Yes!!!!! Glory be to God!!! The world didn't give it and they can't take it away!!!! SHINE ON!!!!
My Lord Jesus,
Unbelievable!!!!
Wow,She is a fighter. worrior.
She is salt and light of the world.
Her passion for JESUS gives me COURAGE that I've never felt!
Steffany&Bethel,Thank you for all your work.
yes,I'm salt and light too!!!!
Bryan, the Holy SPirit really needs to come out. Yah says he will step on those who think they are always right in their own minds. Our lord is mysterious and beautiful. The most high. Praise is forever in heaven. The lord is not boring!
I am listening to this over and over now. Can’t get over the depth of meaning and the power in these words. Just hitting me now after years past.
This deserves all sorts of accolades .
No words for this young lady..she is simply AMAZING...PERIOD🙏🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I want to see this song in a movie or show
I feel like I’ve been waiting for this my whole life 😭 i love Steffany so much & am so encouraged by what God is doing through her !! 😭🙌
Amen!
Amen!
Watch it again ! Replaying in 1 minute apparently! : )
Don Koh already rewatching !!
I was just thinking the same thing! I've been waiting for this!!
We are like the Wind! Take the limits of God. The wind blows where it wishes !!! Yes ! We are the Light!
i have never used this word before, but i am utterly GOBSMACKED! that was incredible. i feel like i want to go out into the world and start a revolution of the SPIRIT! this is a song that can uplift the fallen. inspire the timid. this song is a call to action. THANK YOU!
No your supposed to go out into the world and preach the gospel of salvation, do you know what that is??
@@lynebenoit5124 it's sad that you felt the need to make that reply.
@@BohemianKitsch It’s not sad, it’s reality, and the gospel of salvation is not sad it’s good news it saves your soul from The hELL!!!!
The lyrics. Anointing. Such a deep song where you have to see yourself with a light on inside your spirit that will never be blown out. Whew! That is such a deep expression. I am so moved by this. This song is about The Holy Spirit
"The world didn't give it and they can't take it away"
WHAT A STRONG REVELATION! That cheered me up so high!
It also shows how the world can't take Jesus away from us and you show it
People will always complain about something. It’s all about perspective.
This is Steffany in another dimension, her intimate relationship with God , showing her passion for God and the gift that God give her .... I love it ....
I love this woman! I wish she would have said the name of Jesus in this song! So many contemporary songs are leaving His name out. There is POWER in His name! I do love this song!
Heard this song at church, can't get enough of it.
Light of the World.....LIFT HIM UP....!!!!
Gave me the chills!!!!
Steffany is truly a worship grenade
If this aint got Godfidence written all over it..... wow! Such a BOLD video and declaration. AMAZING ! I wanna know how she wrote this banger!
It's so amazing what the Lord is doing through this human. Her message is not only truth but allows us to be reminded that He works through such amazing people to spread his message of love. Thanks for inspiring us Stephanie! The Lord is for sure working through you!
We belong to Jesus
This is great , inspired she is minsitering on more than one platform sound and visual to get the msg across don't criticize that's why the world hooks our kids we are visual beings . Beautiful creative anointed thank u Steffany for shining your light.
You have no idea how much you have helped me thru this season of pain and healing. These songs are like balm that soothes wounds and yet they are like fire that spurs me on thru this healing process. I needed this song tonight. It's my anthem today. Praise God for His mercy and how He uses you as such a minister of healing and grace
AMAZING!!! This is a music of a new generation of worshippers!
Hello Christian music leading the way for the secular world to follow!!! I have been longing for this to be the case in Christian music since I can remember. Awesome song and video!
4:20 *the best drop in christian music*
Que loucura por Jesus!!O melhor clipe!!Steffany nos inspira!!
now thats my kind of WORSHIP!
I like some of bethel worship. I'm hoping worship, isn't taken away from its true purpose, to bring honor and glory to our God and Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Agreed...
agreed
I agree. I do love this too!
Yo listen to the words, this is glorifying God, who is the light of the world? Who is the sustenance of light, who created light? Jesus! 😁. The world has tried to steal away light, and how I interpret is that God is redeeming what's been stolen and lost. In and through the darkness we will illuminate it with the ligiht of Jesus Christ! Everything in him is light, there is no darkness in Him. That's what I perceived from this. 🔥😍
Ageed
And the earth was totally empty...and darkness was upon the face of the deep, and the Spirit of God hovered over the face of the water and God said LIGHT BE... HE WILL ALWAYS SHINE NO MATTER HOW DEEP THE DARKNESS IN OUR SOUL. LOVE YOU LORD JESUS
This is so creative, expressive, and honest, I cant but love this work ♥
Manuel De Santis sabia que encontraría tu comentario, es el primero que vi :D
hahahahahaha you know I love this group and all of their work
Manuel De Santis hei you shall listen William Branham sermons it really helpful for us to be close to God really listen you will have results iam sure
What’s the creepiest thing you like most about this Luciferian video?
A million things to say here, but to best summarize it blessed be our King for moving in new ways.
Wow, Steffany! How beautifully-crafted and a message of potent importance to us a Body.
Honestly, I'm surprised and confused at any negative response from Christians to a song such as this. In the opening verse alone, she introduces us to the significance of a name, and therefore the response to & empowerment of its meaning. Her reference to her own name 'dawn' (the breaking of a new day's light) ties in so well, and as she goes on with "It's in the name I was given, can't get away from the meaning" - this points to what she unravels in the rest of the song - Jesus calling us the "light of the world" and being like a "city on a hill". We find meaning in this - it's a powerful call to the Church, a reminder of the meaning of a name we've been given. We're the light of the world! This is who we are. We can't get away from it. We reflect Him to those around us and draw them into the Kingdom of light. Truly rich lyrics to meditate on.
The visuals alone were so creative and symbolic. I liked all the various different 'lighting' throughout the entirety of the video - alluding to the symbol of light Jesus gave us as a demonstration. Light everywhere, light piercing the dark spaces. The people united. Like the Body of Christ, standing as light bearers to the lost. It's so cool to see them harness and present this analogy in such creative visual ways. People dancing in the freedom of His love and in worship. I'm thankful we have artists that have access to resources that enable them to create high-quality art that's for God. It makes sense to give Him the best - it's so honouring to Him when we craft things for Him with care, thought, and talent. And of course the singer is going to appear singing in her own music video - let's not go so far as to say she can't appear in it in case " she draws attention to herself". That's silly, haha (: Steffany is His beautiful daughter and we get to watch her be herself as she glorifies Him in worship - and witness the boldness & authority He's given her in this empowerment to shine "light" to anyone in darkness. As she says, this our paradigm - our model that is used by God to bless us with an example to teach us and powerfully equip us.
I'm saddened by the comments that dismiss this with criticisms that come from a place of a feeling of superiority. Inaccurately passing off false judgements that you've carelessly made as "discernment" is wrong, and arrogant. If you can't find God in this video, that's because you were never looking for Him in it in the first place. I encourage you to examine your heart in this - if you did not see Christ in this, perhaps you did not know the call that He gave to be His children of light, and this is your indication to respond! (: It's good to approach this with humility and look for His words - then be receptive to the truth that is being spoken.
I was able to worship God during this. He spoke to me through this. This song is undoubtedly glorifying Him, His empowerment to us as His children, and is notably - biblical! It's literally about the words of Jesus.
If invading media with Christ is an issue at all (something that everyone has access to & is constantly influenced by in current society all over the world) you should re-evaluate what our purpose is in being a holy people / representatives on the earth (through every age, which is currently a digital age might I add) - that speaks out the Gospel freely through all platforms.
There's so much more I could to say on this piece, so much more to dive into and break down! I don't understand how anyone could not see the spiritual siginificance in this. Always look at the heart behind something, irrespective of what you might first see. This is good stuff, enjoy it!
His love & peace to anyone reading this! (:
Finally, Matthew 5, the scripture this song is based on: "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
freddy frankfurt How I wish I could like your comment more than once. Thank you.
freddy frankfurt WELL SAID!
YOU BASICALLY SAID WHAT NEEDS TO BE SAID!!!
If Christ can break chains, then music regarding Him, and the Father should be breaking the artistry barriers of the music world too.
Right on point 😊
The world tries to steal our light with negativity but what God gave no one can take it. Thank you Lord for always lighting my path. 🕊
This is very creative, I appreciate the aesthetics & the exploring of innovative sounds, yet it's true it's not a song that makes me want to worship, it's more like a song I would put in the background while I'm doing other things. It's more relaxing to me than inspiring. Which is good, I need such songs.
I love it!!! God bless Bethel, excellence, creativity and people who doesn't care to break structures and the religious box!!
Wooooow Jesus, this is so amazing.
The SUN OF RIGHTEOUSNESS lives in me
Mds garota vc é incrível que Deus abençoe vc, sua família, a Bethel, todos a cada dia mais😭😭😭❤
Ephesians 5:8-9 "For you were once Darkness, but now you are Light in the Lord, live as children of light. For the fruit of the light consists in all Goodness, Righteousness and Truth"
NO WORDS
I was wondering in the darkness for a while lost and cold. Then my Lord Jesus Christ miraculously found me and now He lights up my path to righteousness .His word has been changing me for the better! He is my Desire forever !