Sickness and Death

O Lord,
I know you are good.
I know you are loving.
I know you watch over us.
I know...

Hear my Prayer.
My heart is broken.
My mind is numb.
My body is in pain.

This path of sickness and death;
It is unfamiliar.
I don't want to be here.
I want off this path.

I submit to your mercy.
I sleep in your grace.
I will rest in your goodness.
I Will believe...

Rescue Me

O Lord, rescue me from the this fiery pit.
destroy the enemy of my soul.
bring clarity to my mind.
If rescue circumvents knowing you better,
leave me here.
You alone know how much I can bear.
I commit my spirit into your hands.
But I need your peace, I need your joy.
Overcome my melancholy.
Overrule my emotions.
Let me trust in your unfailing kindness.
Let me rest in arms of mercy.
Let your grace wash over me
like the oil of anointing.
Above all else,
I want to know you.

In the midst of turmoil and chaos,
I will worship you.
I will sing your praise.
I will walk with you.
My Savior, Defender, and Friend.

Why Not Me

Why not me Lord, why not me.
Others are promoted; am I so unfaithful?
Others seem to catch all the breaks, why not me?
Others seem to have joyful lives, why not me?

Circumstances are not the issue.
Earthy promotion is not the goal.
You are such a gracious God - why me.
You continue to bless when there is no reason.
Your love is greater than my faults.
Your presence surrounds me when I don't deserve it.
You are unfailing in your care for your children.
Why me Lord, why me.

O Lord. It is all about You!