JEFF TURNER

The Kramers Christmas song “There’s a Light Shining in Bethlehem” carries the message of the birth of Christ and the hope He brings to the world. Inspired by scripture, the lyrics are anchored in Isaiah 9:2-6 and Matthew 2:2, which highlight the prophecy and fulfillment of Christ’s arrival.

Scott and Rachel Kramer explained, “In realizing the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, one recognizes the fulfillment of scripture in Isaiah 9 and the transition from a world living in darkness to a world now having received the glorious Light of Jesus Christ.”

Scott shared that the song is also a reflection of personal transformation. “This is symbolic of our lives turning from darkness to light when we receive Jesus as our Savior,” he said. “This is the life-changing message of this song, and we must proclaim Jesus, the Light of the world!” The heart of the message is clear: those who know Christ have the privilege and responsibility to share His light with others.

The creative process behind “There’s a Light Shining in Bethlehem” was both unexpected and inspired. The chorus came to Scott just days before Christmas in 2023, as he experimented with a new guitar. “I wasn’t actually sitting down to work on a song,” he explained. “I simply wanted to enjoy playing the new guitar.” Over the next few days, the song took shape, with Scott collaborating with his wife, Rachel on the lyrics and arrangement. The final production, featuring a Middle Eastern-inspired introduction and ending, was brought to life with the help of a talented producer and studio musicians.

Listeners have already expressed how deeply the song has touched their hearts. Rachel shared a message from one fan who wrote, “We love your new song, ‘There’s a Light Shining in Bethlehem.’ It thrills our hearts as we listen to it and fills us with gratitude at the goodness of our Great God.”

The song reflects The Kramers’ mission to share the Gospel and spread hope through their music. “As a group, we are a very evangelistically-focused ministry,” Scott and Rachel explained. “We love to incorporate Biblical passages throughout our program. This song fits both of these criteria.”

“There’s a Light Shining in Bethlehem” is a proclamation of faith, hope, and light.