From Psalm 86:5:  “For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call on You.”

Life’s dark times gathering

Rolling in, blackest clouds

Walking in strength, with God

Steadfast hope flows unbowed

Troubles waiting ahead

Surrounding voices’ noise

Praying to God above

Steadfast mercy deploys

Stormy seas crashing down

Sailing through darkest days

Feeling safe in God’s hands

Steadfast faith finds His way

Evil setting its trap

Tempting with sinful fate

Trusting God, breaking free

Steadfast goodness checkmates

Alone, feeling afraid

Searching for safest place

Hearing God, calling thee

Steadfast love, full of grace

From Psalm 86:15:  “But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.”