If Not For the Storms



If all I had were blue skies

and days of perfect peace

Or sailing over gentle quiet seas

There's so much about You

I might have never known

but I have faced the wind and waves

and I see how faith has grown



If not for the Storms

I couldn't say you were my shelter

If not for the storms

I would never known your strength

cause I found You so faithful

Through all that You allow

If not for the storms

There's no way I'd know You

As I know You now



A shepherd strong and tender I'd only read about

Met me in the middle of my moments filled without

A provider, a protector

A friend who knew my need

There's so much I can tell

of who you proved yourself to me



Sometimes its hard to see the reason for the trials I am in

Looking from this earthly point of view

but You have surely proven to me time and time again

I can depend on You to bring me through