Praising Him in the storm

I feel as though the last few months could accurately be described as a storm. With my 7 week hospitalization in preterm labor, the premature birth and hospitalization of our sons, and the terminal illness that will soon claim the life of my dear Nana, I can't help but turn to God for peace and strength. As I was coming home from shopping for a funeral dress, I heard Casting Crowns on the radio...I haven't turned the radio on in the car in weeks...but this song was meant for me to hear. "Praise You in This Storm"...I had heard it before, but never really listened to it until this afternoon. Although the last few months have been incredibly difficult and I have shed many tears I rest in knowing that God is by my side.

I was sure by now
That 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 Your 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 lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The Maker of Heaven and Earth