Praise You in the Storm

Most of you have probably figured out by now that music really speaks to my heart, especially when I'm feeling down and all I can manage to do is listen to music. It's hard sometimes to pick up a bible and it's difficult at times to even know what to pray much less be able to utter the words. The one thing I can always do is listen to music. We are blessed to have several great Christian radio stations in our area that play Christian music, read daily scripture, and even pray for their listeners on a regular basis. My favorite is KLOVEwhich YOU can listen to anywhere online by going to www.klove.com.

Some of you may know that my life is kind of in turmoil right now. My best friend, Heather, has cancer and while it's not anywhere near as hard for me as it is for her, it's hard to watch someone you love go through that. She also moved to Florida a month ago which seems like a VERY long way away from Arizona!! I miss them A LOT!! On top of that I have had non-stop health issues with my youngest dd, who contracted mono just before Christmas that has left her vulnerable to EVERYTHING. On top of that I'm having some serious dental issues (and I'm VERY dental PHOBIC!) Now...I've got another sinus infection and have lost my voice (makes it a little hard to teach!!) It's enough to make you sigh, shrug your shoulders and ask what more God? Then this song comes on the radio and I have to stop and ask forgiveness and proclaim "I WILL praise you in the storm, God, no matter how big or small or in between."



Casting Crowns - Praise You In This Storm
From the album Lifesong

I was sure by now
God You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say “Amen”, and it’s still raining

As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away

I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm

I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry
You raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can’t find You

As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away

I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm

I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The maker of Heaven and Earth

I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The maker of Heaven and Earth