Meeting the Light in the Darkness

1. In the Darkness I Have Met the Light

The theme song (AI-refined version)

Verse 1That day, the air in the examination room froze into frost An unannounced disaster shattered the hope of tomorrow My soul cried out in the night: Why me? Why this pain? Have I done wrong, to stir up Your anger and dismay?Verse 2The disciples too once wondered, trapped in an old framework of cause and blame But You gently broke through the double wound of accusation and condemnation “Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents” This is a battle — the enemy longs to see my body waste awayPre-ChorusBut this trial is not a punishment for sin It is a stage on which God displays His glory I will wipe away my tears and lift my head to ask tomorrow: Lord, how will You show forth Your works in me?ChorusIn the darkness, I have met the Light! In great weakness, the Holy Spirit gives strength Though the world has trouble, Jesus has already overcome Your peace transcends my circumstances and fills my heartVerse 3God, search me and know my thoughts I come before You, confessing the debts of my hidden places This is not fear pleading for mercy, but a longing to draw near to You For Your precious blood cleanses and restores the noble promise of being Your childVerse 4While I was still in my mother’s womb, You had already wondrously covered me All the days ordained for me were written in Your book As my body slowly freezes, the worth of my soul never changes Your sovereignty is my deepest comfort and my firmest groundChorusIn the darkness, I have met the Light! In great weakness, the Holy Spirit gives strength Though the world has trouble, Jesus has already overcome Your peace transcends my circumstances and fills my heartBridgeI know that my Redeemer lives forever! You will never leave me, nor forsake me! I know that my Redeemer lives forever! Christ is the resurrection; Christ is my life!ChorusIn the darkness, I have met the Light! In great weakness, the Holy Spirit gives strength Though the world has trouble, Jesus has already overcome Your peace transcends my circumstances and fills my heartOutroThough the body wastes away, the soul still gives praise I can rest at peace… For You have already… overcome the world.

2. On a Stormy Road, God Is With Me

Original version

Music: Tak-Shun (Daniel) Choi / Sherman Chiu. Lyrics: Tak-Shun (Daniel) Choi.

In the storm, unknown path Walk alone, who's with me? Uncertain future, I’m scared and worry Fight alone, ask who to help? On a stormy road, God is with me Pillars of fire and cloud are leading my path Lord Jesus, my Shepherd Leads me to the Promised Land Joyful reunion, enjoy unending feast Thank You Lord Jesus, praise our Triune God forevermore

3. Through Wind and Rain, God Walks With Me

AI-refined version

Verse 1In wind and rain, a stranger’s road A lone shadow — who walks beside me? The way ahead unclear, my heart anxious Fighting alone — who will help me? My steps grow heavy, yet still I go on In the valley low, I will not turn back Though the sky is dark, my heart does not scatter I know that You are just aheadChorusThrough wind and rain, God walks with me A pillar of fire leads the way Lord Jesus, my Shepherd Leads me on to Canaan Through wind and rain, God walks with me A pillar of fire leads the way Lord Jesus, my Shepherd Leads me on to CanaanVerse 2Though the night grows deeper, I will not fear Though the waves rise higher, I will not retreat My falling tears become my prayer You know my weakness When I am weary, You hold me When I am lost, You lead me Behind the dark clouds, there is morning light Your gracious hand never leaves meBridgeEven when the night is black as ink And the waves reach to the sky, still I trust Your unchanging promise — My weakness becomes my strength On this road of thorns Grace still walks beside me My heart responds: Even to the end, I will not regret itChorusThrough wind and rain, God walks with me A pillar of fire leads the way Lord Jesus, my Shepherd Leads me on to Canaan Through wind and rain, God walks with me A pillar of fire leads the way Lord Jesus, my Shepherd Leads me on to CanaanFinal ChorusGathered together, we feast at the table Giving thanks, praising God forever Forever and ever Forever and ever I will praise without ceasing Gathered together, we feast at the table Giving thanks, praising God forever Forever and ever I will praise without ceasing

4. Turn Back

Original version

Music/Lyrics: Tak-Shun (Daniel) Choi.

The sea of suffering has no bounds; turning back brings us to the shore. Wanderers, come home! In the dark night, the sea of suffering has no bounds — fierce storms, raging waves The wanderer drifts in the cold sea, alone in trouble — who will help? Jesus reaches out His hand of salvation — by His grace, I am made new Turning back to the shore, leaving sin behind — believing brings redemption, proven by the resurrection Becoming a child, becoming holy, heaven and earth rejoice — the lake of fire is not my final end The new heaven and new earth are my home In the dark night, the sea of suffering has no bounds — fierce storms, raging waves The wanderer drifts in the cold sea, alone in trouble — who will help? Jesus reaches out His hand of salvation — by His grace, you are made new Turning back to the shore, leaving sin behind — believing brings redemption, proven by the resurrection Becoming a child, becoming holy, heaven and earth rejoice — the lake of fire is not your final end The new heaven and new earth are your home

5. Harbor of Grace (Come Home, Wanderer)

AI-refined version

Verse 1: My TestimonyIn the dark night, the sea of suffering has no bounds — fierce storms, raging waves The wanderer drifts in the cold sea, alone in trouble — who will help? Jesus reaches out His hand of salvation — by His grace, I am made new Turning back to the shore, leaving sin behind — believing brings redemption, proven by the resurrection Becoming a child, becoming holy, heaven and earth rejoice — the lake of fire is not my final end The new heaven and new earth are my homeChorus: The Central DeclarationTurn back, O wanderer — He is waiting for you to come home No more wandering, no more fear — wipe away every tear Jesus’ love is the harbor, the light that shines through the night Step by step, walk toward that eternal home in the new heaven and new earthVerse 2: A Blessing for YouIn the dark night, the sea of suffering has no bounds — fierce storms, raging waves The wanderer drifts in the cold sea, alone in trouble — who will help? Jesus reaches out His hand of salvation — by His grace, you are made new Turning back to the shore, leaving sin behind — believing brings redemption, proven by the resurrection Becoming a child, becoming holy, heaven and earth rejoice — the lake of fire is not your final end The new heaven and new earth are your homeChorus: The Central DeclarationTurn back, O wanderer — He is waiting for you to come home No more wandering, no more fear — wipe away every tear Jesus’ love is the harbor, the light that shines through the night Step by step, walk toward that eternal home in the new heaven and new earthBridgeThe sea of suffering has no bounds — salvation has no limits Behold! Old things have passed away, all things are made new Come home, come home!Chorus: Final DeclarationTurn back, O wanderer — He is waiting for you to come home No more wandering, no more fear — wipe away every tear Jesus’ love is the harbor, the light that shines through the night Step by step, walk toward that eternal home in the new heaven and new earthOutroTurning back to the shore… Jesus… is waiting for you to come home.

6. Counting the Past, Knowing the Future

Original version, sung by the author in Cantonese

Music/Lyrics: Tak-Shun (Daniel) Choi.

7. Counting the Past, Knowing the Future

AI-refined version

Verse 1There is nothing new under the sun Life’s affairs rise and fall, again and again Through suffering, my heart grows stronger Steadfastly believing Jesus loves me dearlyChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the futureVerse 2The Holy Spirit dwells within, guiding my way Every step leaves two sets of footprints Through mountain heights and valley lows, this road of life Grace and love remain with me foreverChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the futureVerse 3Counting God’s grace, deep as the sea A past as vast as mountains, higher than the sky Knowing God’s presence, leading the way ahead Facing what comes with peace, journeying toward eternityChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the futureVerse 4There is nothing new under the sun (nothing new) Life’s affairs rise and fall, again and again (rise and fall) Through suffering, my heart grows stronger (grows stronger) Steadfastly believing Jesus loves me dearly (loves me dearly)ChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the futureVerse 5The Holy Spirit dwells within, guiding my way (guiding my way) Every step leaves two sets of footprints (two footprints) Through mountain heights and valley lows, this road of life (road of life) Grace and love remain with me forever (forever with me)ChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the futureVerse 6Counting God’s grace, deep as the sea (deep as the sea) A past as vast as mountains, higher than the sky (higher than the sky) Knowing God’s presence, leading the way ahead (leading the way) Facing what comes with peace, journeying toward eternity (toward eternity)OutroCounting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the future Counting the past, knowing the future — counting the past, knowing the future Amen! Amen! Amen!

8. Counting the Past, Knowing the Future (Extended Version)

AI-refined version

IntroductionSunlight gently spills by the window, the morning breeze blows slowly Looking back on the steps I’ve taken, grace has walked with me all the wayVerse 1Under the sun, the old story — through the ages, nothing ever new The tides of life rise and fall, joy and sorrow ever drifting I have walked through cold nights and storms, tears have soaked my clothes Yet in suffering, my resolve has only grown more sure For I know, deep within, that Your love has never departed Every rugged stretch of the journey hides a gentle guiding handPre-ChorusCounting the traces of days gone by, I find Your fingerprints in them all When I lift my eyes to look up, hope awakens again in my heartChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — my heart is at peace Through mountain heights and valley lows, You are always beside me Counting the past, knowing the future — I am no longer alone Grace and love, year after year, never fade away Every step of the road bears the mark of love I can smile, and walk toward tomorrow with courageVerse 2The Holy Spirit dwells quietly within, whispering softly in my heart Though the road ahead is unclear, I need not flee in panic Every inch of ground beneath my feet seems to bear a double outline One set of steps is mine, the other — You carrying me Looking back, the past rises like mountains; lifting my eyes, the sky grows wider still Grace as deep and vast as the sea washes over all my wearinessPre-ChorusAnd so, as the future draws near, I am no longer afraid or dismayed For I know You are always with me, guiding me in everlasting lightChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — my heart is at peace Through mountain heights and valley lows, You are always beside me Counting the past, knowing the future — I am no longer alone Grace and love, year after year, never fade away Every step of the road bears the mark of love I can smile, and walk toward tomorrow with courageBridgeEven if the wind should stir the night again Even if the sky should be veiled by clouds a while I still remember how You reached out and steadied me Turning broken years into verses of poetry From yesterday, walking on toward the shore that is to come Your faithfulness has never changedChorusCounting the past, knowing the future — my heart is at peace Through mountain heights and valley lows, You are always beside me Counting the past, knowing the future — I am no longer alone Grace and love, year after year, never fade away Every step of the road bears the mark of love I can smile, and walk toward tomorrow with courage Amen, amen, my heart is at peace Amen, amen, love forever unchangedOutroLooking back on the whole journey, it is grace laid out before me Carrying a steady faith, walking on toward the eternal morning light Amen! Amen! Amen!

9. Today

Original version

Music/Lyrics: Tak-Shun (Daniel) Choi.

Yesterday has already become history; tomorrow will be a mystery Today is a gift; cherish and use this golden hour well Yesterday, God did not change; today, God still does not change Tomorrow, God will not change either — from everlasting to everlasting Yesterday was given by God; today is given by God Tomorrow is God’s grace; every day I will rejoice Today, rejoice always; today, pray without ceasing Today, give thanks in everything For this is the will of God for us in Christ Jesus

10. Today Is a Gift

AI-refined version

Verse 1Yesterday has already become A history now past Tomorrow will surely be An unknown mystery Today is a precious gift Cherish and make good use Of this golden hourVerse 2Yesterday, God did not Change even slightly Today, God still Watches over me Tomorrow, God will Not change at all From everlasting unto everlastingChorus(Oh) Yesterday was given By God’s gracious hand Today is given By God Himself Tomorrow will be filled Even more with God’s grace Every day I will Rejoice always! (Every day, I will praise without ceasing)Verse 4Today I will Rejoice always Today I will Pray without ceasing Today I will Give thanks in everything For His faithfulness Is new every morningBridge (declared boldly, building layer by layer)For this is The will of God The purpose given In Christ Jesus For this is The will of God That we would live out His glory in loveChorusYesterday was given By God’s gracious hand Today is given By God Himself Tomorrow will be filled Even more with God’s grace Every day I will Rejoice always!OutroThis is the will of God For us in Christ For our whole life Lived out in grace Amen! Amen! Amen!

11. Do You Know?

Original version

Music/Lyrics: Tak-Shun (Daniel) Choi.

Life’s affairs rise and fall — in a moment, gone like smoke, leaving no trace Naked we come, naked we go — do you know where you will go? Do not guess The Son of God descends, grace draws near, entering this world as an atoning sacrifice, redeeming all Washed by the Spirit, born again in spirit, in the Lord made new, a living sacrifice The Redeemer, my gracious Friend, my King — worshiped forever, without ceasing

12. A Living Sacrifice, Worship Everlasting

AI-refined version

Verse 1: The Emptiness of LifeLife’s affairs rise and fall — in a moment, gone like smoke The road once walked — in the blink of an eye, leaves no trace Naked we come, naked we go — with empty hands Do you know where you will go? Do not guessVerse 2: The Dawn of RedemptionAll things in this world are vanity — the soul cries out from its depths A light shines into the darkness, bringing hope The Son of God descends, grace draws near, entering this world He became the atoning sacrifice, redeeming allChorus: The Renewal of Life(Oh) Washed by the Spirit, born again in spirit In the Lord, my heart is made new I offer up my body as a living sacrifice Holy, and pleasing to the Lord The Redeemer, my gracious Friend, my King I will worship forever, without ceasingVerse 3: The Grace of the CrossHis precious blood flowed, washing away sin — a love that shakes heaven and earth The cost was great, the grace profound, leading me home From now on, I live no longer for myself In the Lord there is eternity, and true freedomChorus: The Renewal of LifeWashed by the Spirit, born again in spirit In the Lord, my heart is made new I offer up my body as a living sacrifice Holy, and pleasing to the Lord The Redeemer, my gracious Friend, my King I will worship forever, without ceasingBridge: An Eternal DeclarationHe is the Redeemer! He leads me out of darkness! He is my gracious Friend! He is with me every day! He is my King! He reigns over my life! Eternal worship! Eternal worship! Without ceasing!OutroLife’s affairs vanish like smoke — only the Lord’s love never changes In the Lord I find rest, walking on toward eternity The Redeemer, my gracious Friend, my King Eternal worship… without ceasing. Amen.