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The United Methodist Hymnal · No. 585 · Words: African American Spiritual · Tune: LATTIMER
This Little Light of Mine
Create PowerPoint slides from this hymn →A traditional African American spiritual encouraging believers to boldly share their faith in every place and situation. Its simple, repetitive refrain has made it a beloved song across generations and denominations.
Verse 1
This little light of mine,
I’m goin’a let it shine,
this little light of mine,
I’m goin’a let it shine;
Adapt. © 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House
this little light of mine,
I’m goin’a let it shine,
let it shine, let it shine,
let it shine. (let it shine)
Verse 2
Everywhere I go,
I’m goin’a let it shine,
everywhere I go,
I’m goin’a let it shine;
everywhere I go,
I’m goin’a let it shine,
let it shine, let it shine,
let it shine. (let it shine)
Verse 3
All through the night,
I’m goin’a let it shine,
all through the night,
I’m goin’a let it shine;
all through the night,
I’m goin’a let it shine,
let it shine, let it shine,
let it shine. (let it shine)
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