The winds have tossed and turned upon me. The waves have tried to drown me. The darkness has tried to wrap me in its grip. Fear has sunk its fangs in my flesh. The sea of Sheol has overwhelmed me. The pain in my body has nearly severed my faith. I have been a man upon the open waters of the black sea. My tongue has swollen for it has tasted no water. My face is blistered from the scorching heat of the sun. The wind has cracked my skin. My body aches with pain. My eyes have become weary, for they have searched for dry land and found none. Lonesome like the stingers of bees has swarmed my soul. Anger has raged my heart. Sadness has dripped off my brow. But I testify today, for I have seen a dove! My eyes can see dry land! I will paddle, I will press, and I will shout with all my might for the Lord has not forgotten me! The Lord strong and mighty has breathed upon the coals of my soul once more and I feel a fire in my belly! He has restored my hope! I will reach the land set before me for I have dreamt of this day but now I see it with my eyes. Lord increase my drive! Increase my strength! Today is the day the Lord has made and I will rejoice and be glad.
Thank you Jesus. What a beautiful thing.