Withstand growing pains
Forget youthful rebellion, its shames, and disdains
Take hold of good that remains
Forsake wicked thoughts; depart evil -now refrains
Store up treasure in Heaven as eternal gains
Withstand the tempest
Endure trials and tests
Any and all sin confessed
Will be forgiven as far as East to West
Come to Him weary and heavy laden finding soul’s rest
Withstand the torrential downpour
Join Him in the waves; recline with Him on the shore
Call to Him for new strength and for your soul to restore
Wait on Him once again for grace to soar
Abide in Him to adore; live for and with Him forevermore
Withstand hardships and sufferings obeying His commands
Choose to love above all throughout life’s demands
Accept His discipline as love that purifies when HE reprimands
Know HIS pure purposes are for a hope and a future in HIS wondrous plans
Faith, hope, and love remain where love is greatest as we’re held together in HIS hands
