Facing The Flood

As the need for acceptance 
Rises from the deep 
Raging waters cascade down 
Carve gorges in the steep 
Exo- and endo-skeletons of my soul 

When the sense of rejection meanders 
Close to my watching mind 
As runlets fill dried gorges 
And trickle steadily down
I anticipate the flood 

This time I’m more prepared though 
Many floods have passed this way
Have swept away my confidence 
Held identity in its sway 
But I am stronger now 

The strength of my Redeemer 
Inside of me He walks
Shows me signs to watch for 
How to navigate the rocks 
And to understand the waters 

I pray about what’s causing 
The rise of fear in me 
Face in truth the telling 
Open eyes to see 
What it is that’s frightening

So as I face the questions 
The quandaries in my mind 
I’m watchful for the currents 
The paths of rising tides 
To move out of their way 

And with the One who saves me 
Examine rifts within 
Build bridges over caverns 
Make secure the way again 
So I can walk on 

I can choose the path to follow 
Rise above impending floods 
Find the way through any waters 
Walk on with Hope above 
Any presenting situation 

When past the dangerous places
Breathe again the calmer air
With praise and much thanksgiving 
To the One who led me there 
Who gives me safe passage 

And with joy again infilling 
I treasure time we spent 
Assessing, fixing, building 
Repairing what was rent 
Shoring up and healing my brokenness within