The hopes of our hearts are lifted to heaven
Sent up with a wing and a prayer
If it seems like the action of a last desperate plea
It is because it is
Sometimes it is the tears that you weep bitterly
It is raw, it is real, it is a soul that is laid bare
"God, are you there? Do you even care?"
And, sometimes, a wing and a prayer is enough
It is the darkest moment before the dawn, in glory, breaks
And sometimes unexpected are the forms His answer takes
On a wing and a prayer, miracles can occur
And the lines between heaven and earth blur
No proof is necessary for those who believe
But to see you must be open and able to receive
Our prayers are lifted up by angels and placed at His feet
It's a system of delivery that simply can't be beat
And we are lifted up, wrapped up in their wings
Borne to be in the presence of the King of Kings
We are cradled and enfolded, we are ever safe
As they sing over us sweet, amazing grace
So, call upon the Lord with bold confidence
Trusting in the power of divine providence
And the power of a wing and a prayer