This Morning
by Sarah Hensley
(my beautiful wonderful sister!!)
Knowing it is only because of You that I am alive;
With Your great mercy
And unwavering love,
I am saved.
For I cursed You,
Yet You prayed for me.
I was constantly unfaithful,
Still You called my name.
Finally, I ran and hid from the sight of my sin,
But Your pursuing never ceased.
You knew just where to find me,
And You approached me tenderly.
I was in the pit drowning in shame,
When you saw me.
You took my hand, wiped my tears,
And spoke life over me.
For You saw me when I felt forgotten,
You reached for me when I was downhearted.
In my worst day still You had delight for me;
You saw beauty behind my darkness.
It was Your longing for me, that protected me.
You have never failed me.
Therefore, I will rejoice in my salvation,
Giving thanks to the God who saves.
I will tell of Your forgiveness,
And boast to all of Your faithfulness.
I put my trust in You,
Because are worthy of my life.