Sometimes I think we are caught up too much in the pain of our trials and fail to see the blessings. Or once we are through them, do we move on too quickly? I can tell you firsthand – Pain and sorrow are real y’all. But so are the blessings that come when they teach us to be more compassionate and Christlike. They help us see the sorrow and suffering of others. Nothing makes me feel more disappointed than witnessing someone go through difficult times and fail to change into a nicer, kinder person. Don’t let this be you! Instead of being burdened by your trials, let them lift you as you reach out and lift others. For what a joy will be the day when you learn of all the good you did while serving others as Christ would.
With my broken heart I bleed
But now I understand your need.
And so, with words to heal your heart
I’ll stay right here and not depart.
With this loneliness I feel
I clearly now see yours concealed.
And so, I’ll sit right here with you –
Listen to what you need me to.
With my wounded heart and soul
I now can lovingly console.
And so, I’ll sit and hold your hand
Because I truly understand.
With anguish that envelops me
I hear the anguish in your plea.
And so, with humble heart and hand
I’ll guide you since I know firsthand.
Maybe these things aren’t so bad
If they help us be humble and glad.
Help us be more like God’s Son –
The one and only Perfect One.
So, I’ll do the things I do
As if the Savior were here with you.
For, oh, to fathom what he has done –
The magnitude of the battle won!
The sacrifice He gladly made.
His love will never, ever fade.
And so, a simple price to pay
To be His Hands each of my days.