The Focus of Pain

At times, the world gets dark

so we can notice the light.

Without darkness's burden

of goodness we'd lose sight.

Tragedy is hard to accept

when tragedy hits home.

Pain shakes your body

and your soul feels alone.

Shattered is your armor.

Empty becomes your cup.

That omnipotence you felt

has all but dried up.

He tried to call your name,

but silence hit your ears.

Suffering broke the barrier;

now words flow like your tears.

She wasn't supposed to die;

This can't happen to me.

My eyes were shut before,

but now wide open they see:

Pain shows me I'm weak

and need a loving hand.

Fill me up, my Father

and let me understand.

This hurt made me focused

and led me to your door.

Keep me in Your loving reach;

I'm Yours forever more.