Why are you downcast oh my soul, and why so despairing within me? Do you not remember the heat of the sun on your face? Or the cold rushing water over your feet? When did you forget the wonder of Grace in every blade of grass? Look not at the darkness in your own soul, but at the brightness of Hope and Love.
Why are you downcast oh my soul, and why are you so disquieted within me? Where is the assurance you gained from your accomplishments and victories? Do you remember the swell of pride when you painted a beautiful picture? Do you remember the warmth of satisfaction you gained from winning a soccer game? When did your conquest of 12 years of grade school fade from your thoughts?
Why are you downcast oh my soul, and why are you so restless within me? What happened to to the Love you had for your Creator? What became of the devotion you felt for Him? Did it fade when your Enemy rose up against you? Did it crumble when you succumbed to the seductiveness of sin? Do you not realize that there is One who would comfort you in your darkest hour? Do you see that there is a Friend who would join you in the depths of hell?
As the deer pants for brooks of water, so my soul pants for you oh God. When will I be able to stand before You, the living God? Deep calls unto deep, at the sound of your waterfalls. There was a time when I led Your people into Your house of worship. Now I feel as though I am cast out into the darkness.
Why are you downcast oh my soul, and why are disquieted within me? Put your Hope in the Lord, for I will Yet praise Him. He, who is my Savior and God.
Goodness, this is so powerful. I encourage you to continue writing Sean, and I don't know if you hear it enough, but you are a incredible writer.
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