Storms

Sometimes it's still raining after "amen." Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to praise God in the midst of the storm, before you've seen any answers. I've been through some rough storms lately and found this song to be particularly meaningful. The image of God holding every tear I've cried in the palm of his hand is so comforting. I wish I could say I always praised Him and never despaired, but of course that's not the case. Nevertheless, this is a beautiful expression of how we should face the storms in our lives.

Praise You in This Storm, by Casting Crowns

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
and 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 to You
and raised me up again
my strength is almost gone
how can I carry on if I can't find You
and 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 (Chorus)

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'll praise you in this storm and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and 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.