Verse 1 Gray has stolen every skyline, Ash has hidden every light; I stand beneath a smokey blanket, Wondering if dawn forgot the night. Then—through the shroud—a single glimmer, A whisper pierced the haze: “I still hang the worlds in order; My promise has not strayed.” Chorus One small star still shining, Cutting through the charcoal air; If that light can break the darkness, Hope can rise anywhere. One small star still shining— Proof the heavens haven’t moved; What My hand once set in motion Still declares, “I’m holding you.” Verse 2 Weight of sorrow bends the branches, Smoke of fear can choke a song; But a fragile spark of glory Wakes the faith that waits so long. Eyes now fixed on hidden wonders, Heart now steady in the fight; Every ember of His promise Turns the charcoal canvas bright. Tag Chorus (softer, choir enters on last line) Star of covenant still burning, Guiding pilgrims through the night; Faith looks up and finds its anchor— Smoke can’t snuff eternal light. Bridge (full choir, drums build) We will shine like stars He numbers, Holding out the word of life; Even if the world is smoldering, We’ll ignite the midnight sky. Let the haze rise higher, Still His truth stands tall; For the Lamb who lights the heavens Is the brightest flame of all! Final Chorus (double chorus; final line a cappella) One small star still shining, Cutting through the charcoal air; If that light can break the darkness, Hope can rise anywhere. One small star still shining— Proof the heavens haven’t moved; What His hand once set in motion Still declares, “I’m holding you… I’m holding you.”
