Where Is Your God?

From the hills above me, they throw down
Heavy stones to crush my soul.
From the walls surrounding, their voices drown
Heart-felt songs of love, mercy –
Chanting, “Where is your God?”
And sometimes it takes a moment
For me to find you, for me to see.

I look into the dark
And just see my ghost.
I search the night sky-
All my stars are gone.
I watch the sun rise;
Another day is lost.
Hear birds sing, but I
Just feel all alone.

If I can just survive this dry, insipid hunger-
If you will let me live just a little while longer-
I know I will find you or you will find me.

I’ll look into the dark
And see your glory.
I’ll search the night sky;
My fears will be gone.
I’ll watch the sun rise
To light morning stories.
Hear the dove and I’ll
Write our new love songs.

From the hills above me, you’ll come down,
Bearing oil to soothe my pain.
From the walls around me, a joyous sound-
Heart-felt songs of love, mercy –
Chanting, “Where is our God?”
And you’ll answer in that moment
Here I am. I’m right here. Can’t you see?

Here I am. I’m right here.
Where is your God?
Here I am. I’m right here.
God is near. God is near.
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 (Psalm 79:10 ESV)