The storms of life are raging

Closed in upon all sides

Waves of sin pull me under

Waters of sorrow and regret keep me

I am sinking from the weight of my transgressions

Drowning in my guilt and shame



I'm slipping away, the light is quickly fading

Fighting to keep my head above

Succeeding only in making me

More Tired



Then I am lost



Beyond Reach



Beyond Hope



Beyond Saving



Giving up and Giving in

Surrendering to death

And then...




A faint light cuts through the black



A hand that reaches out and catches me

A hand so strong and soft and pulling me back



A hug that pulls me close

A hug so powerful and tender; warming me now



A voice that surrounds me

A voice firm and loving; joy at my return



Tears warm and wet upon my face

Tears of sadness, pain and joy

My Tears. Your Tears. OUR Tears.



"I'm so sorry" I cry

You just hold me tight.



All at once I feel something change



I am washed by the blood that you shed for me

Sinking into Your loving arms; always taking us back

Drowning in the sea of Your mercy and Your grace

Pulled in by Your endless love



Called on this journey to walk with You

There will be storms along the way

And at times I may fail.

But I will do my best to follow you and not be led astray

I will not be afraid for against You, evil will NEVER prevail!