A Severe Mercy

When adversity tempts me ask why

Lord, may I instead ask what

What work are You doing in and through these trials

Hard circumstances and difficulties abound

The Lord has allowed, designed and purposed each one

He is using them to accomplish His good work

You help me to see my weakness

Profound needs that only God can meet

I recognize the foolishness in what I once thought was wise

You’ve exposed lies so cleverly disguised as truth

Revealed the brokenness of my heart, mind and soul

The utter depravity of my heart and desperate need for a Savior

All these and more drive me to You, O Lord

The world may be out of my control

But it’s firmly in control in the hands the LORD God

Lord, help me to trust You

To trust Your character

Believe what You’ve revealed about Yourself in Scripture

May I not doubt You O Lord

For You alone are truth and grace

Righteous and just in administering a severe mercy

Susan Wachtel

January 12, 2018