Strong Hands

There are days when life seems dull and dark even though the sun is brightly shinning. There is an underlying sadness that does not disappear. Happiness is almost in grasp but then quickly slips away. The motivation to be the best and accomplish things vanishes. This is what depression feels like.

But there is hope. There is One who has strong hands who gently lifts us up out of the dark pit of despair and shines so bright that hearts are warmed and spirits are raised. Sadness and suffering fall away as joy and peace rise up to take their place. The top of the mountain is in sight and confidence grows as each new step is taken. There is a feeling that all is right in the world and that nothing can ever go wrong again. Then a step is missed and pain returns like a familiar friend. Do not be distressed for the One who placed you gently on your feet before will place you on the solid ground again. He is faithful and never leaves. His loving arms are strong enough to hold you up and help you begin your journey once more. When the world feels like it is crumbling and is lonely and hopeless, take heart and trust in the One who gave you life and places your feet on the solid rock with His strong hands. He is a God of second chances and will lift you up each and every time you fall.

You Deliver Me

Selah

Deep as the ocean.

And right as rain.

This powerful emotion

Lifts me above the plain

Taking me places I thought I'd never go

Showing me grace I never thought I'd know

When I feel like I can't go on

You deliver me.

And when the road is winding

And way too long

You deliver me.

I feel like a sinner whose sins have been washed clean

An absolute beginner

Whose heart has never seen.

I must be forgiven for sometimes asking why

I was chosen to be given

You in this life.

When I feel like I can't go on.

You deliver me.

When the road is winding and way too long.

You deliver me.

When there's a distance between what I am and who I want to be.

You deliver me.

When I feel like I can't go on.

You deliver me.

When the road is winding and way too long.

You deliver me.