A Lament Psalm: Of Kara

Oh Father, give me your strength.

Lord, answer me,

for I come up against troubles that I can’t perceive,

and enemies I don’t understand.

You know me, Oh Lover of My Soul.

For you are El Roi: The God Who Sees.

You know my heart,

and the yearning I feel every moment of every day.

I yearn for that which I can’t explain.

I desire fulfillment

though I don’t know how, or why.

I find within myself questions I can’t describe,

questions surrounded by worries and fears.

I am constantly searching for answers.

But how do I fight against the unnamed?

And how can I find what I do not know?

Dear Lord, it is so beautiful to know you;

to know that you see the deep recesses of my soul.

I run to you, for I find true life

in your unending love.

You’re my only hope.

My God is the true source of peace and joy.

All confusion and fear flees at the sound of his name.

I find my heart full in His presence.

I rest in Him,

and my questions are quieted.

You know me, Oh Lover of my Soul.

For you are El Roi: The God Who Sees.