there are many things that could be said

claims that might seem plainly true

hopes lie in dust, and hurt rubs raw

this life, that’s being lived for You

heartache lies and steals peace

eyes deceive by fettered sight

though here there seems to be no sun

as though day, You light the blackest night.

so, I’ll proclaim that You are good

and stand upon this Rock I’ve found

when crashing waves would overthrow

still this life won’t tumble down

I’ll lift Your Name above these trials

Your banner, wave through every war

Your faithfulness will be my shield

Your Word, my trust forevermore