‘Strong’

My sense of purpose burning low,
I feel an emptiness, although
I wouldn’t let my feelings show,
Because I’m strong.
Throat is sore, but eyes are dry,
Throw my prayers against the sky,
And I hurt, but I don’t cry,
Because I’m strong.

In my head is where I know
That the Father loves me so,
So much He’s pulling me apart.
Demolishing me to rebuild,
A vessel fuller to be filled,
But some-one tell it to my heart.

Doubled over, standing tall,
Looking big, and feeling small,
And I stumble, but I don’t fall,
Because I’m strong.
And I graze, but I don’t bleed,
And I bruise, but I don’t need
Some-one to care or intercede,
Because I’m strong.

If I could find humility,
God would pour his power on me.
Self-righteousness won’t set me free
Because I’m strong.
I know this feeling won’t last long,
So please don’t scrutinise this song,
I wouldn’t want to get my doctrine wrong,
Because I’m strong.

Composer: Martin Day

Lyricist: Martin Day
© M Day 1986