Beseeching
BY SAMUEL FIELDS
We’re crying,
But He’s not listening
The days pass by
The months go on
But still no response
How much are we expected to do
We are but dust and ashes
Heed our call
Be our shepherd amongst the chaos
From the depths we call out to You
Yet Your back is turned
Look at the vast destruction and terror
Save Your people from complete and utter peril
Only You above instill justice and peace
So go forth
Complete Your task
If only it wasn’t so much to ask
Where were you
When the clouds covered the sky
And the rain of fire came down
Where were you
When the innocent birds stopped singing
Illuminate the world with your righteousness
Show us how you can be the Rock with no flaw
That is what we beseech you
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