Words By: Tim Hughes
Studio Musical Adaptation By: Michael W. Smith
Light of the world
You stepped down into darkness
Open my eyes let me see
Beauty that made this heart adore You
Hope of a life spent with You
Here I am to worship
Here I am to bow down
Here I am to say that You're my God
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy
Altogether wonderful to me
King of all days
Oh, so highly exalted
Glorious in heaven above
Humbly You came to the earth You created
All for love's sake became poor
I'll never know how much it cost
To see my sin upon that cross
Here I Am To Worship
Michael W. Smith's version of 'Here I Am to Worship' is a contemporary worship song originally written by Tim Hughes. The lyrics express adoration and surrender to God, acknowledging Jesus as the light of the world who came down from heaven. The song focuses on worshiping God for His beauty, worthiness, and love, while reflecting on the sacrifice of the cross. It invites listeners to bow down and declare God as their own, emphasizing His humility and glory. The repeated lines about the cost of sin on the cross highlight the theme of redemption through Christ's sacrifice.