It’s When

When courage is a weak word
and when mercy does not sing,
when kindness is just abstract;
Is when, I've missed what love brings.

When shadows are my focus
and when I'm broken and alone,
when forgiveness is forgotten;
Is when, I've missed what grace has sown.

When obedience is a dirty word
and when feelings are in control,
when blame flows from my frail heart;
Is when, I leave Who makes me whole…

When favour is what I claim
and when I discover to be still,
when resting in God's perfect peace;
Is when, I surrender to His will.

When joy is deeper than my landscapes
and when beauty is in connection,
when compassion drives me forward;
Is when, my life is God's reflection.