Journal Prompt-What Song Has Given Your Strength in a Difficult Time?

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Music has been my source of hope and strength for as long as I can remember. As a child, I remember singing along with the Hermans Hermits and The Monkeys for hours. As I entered my teen years, I loved rock music and listened to it every chance I had. As a teen, I gave my life to God and began to listen to contemporary Christian music. I loved the hope and encouragement found in the lyrics. Over the years, with all of its ups and downs, I saw positive messages in the music that helped me deal with whatever came my way.

I could not have anticipated the power of music in my life when a devastating life event occurred. My husband left me after a 37-year-long marriage without any warning. I was in shock and quickly fell into depression. I felt I had no lifeline or hope, and then I remembered the music. I began to listen to my favorite Christian radio station. Even when I did not want to listen, I forced myself to do so, and it did help. Listening daily, I found strength in the lyrics and hope in the music. With the music's encouraging words, I slowly regained my strength. 

Several songs gave me renewed hope, but one stood out. I called this song "My Song" because it spoke so clearly to me. The song title was "Praise You In This Storm" by Casting Crowns. When my song would come on the radio, it was as if I was receiving a gentle hug from God. Through my tears, I would do my best to praise Him even in my storm.

KathieyV