Every Breath (A Lament)

The walls are closing in again, a familiar silent tread

I count my blessings one to ten, but the noise is in my head

And I know all the verses, I sing all the right songs

So why does the darkness feel like it's where I belong

I cry for help, and with every breath I'm fighting for a peace I cannot feel

With every step I'm wondering if this pain is even real

I'm not asking for a miracle, just strength to make it through

So meet me in the mess, Lord, cause my hope is found in You

The heavens feel like brass tonight, my prayers just fall like rain

I'm reaching out for any light to numb this constant ache

They say you're close to the broken, but my pieces are on the floor

Is this the peace that passes all understanding I was looking for

So if my faith is just a mustard seed buried deep beneath the snow

Then that is all you'll ever need to make this winter go

I won't let go, I can't let go

You're my anchor in the undertow

Quiet trust, quiet trust me

Quiet trust, quiet trust

Quiet trust, my hope is found in You

Every breath