Tested by Grace

[Intro]
Lost in the shadows, crying out for grace
Seeking reason in the pain I face
Heavenly Lord, I stretch my trembling hand
Trying to understand the master's plan

[Verse 1]
Out of jail in twenty twenty-four
Climbing from the depths, trying to soar
Back to the arms that hurt me before
Questioning why I was shown that door

[Pre-Chorus]
A sword in my soul, armor and shield
Fighting demons that refuse to yield
Why did you give me this burning pain?
Is it for growth, or just the rain?

[Chorus]
Heavenly Lord, why this test?
Why do I stumble, why do I wrest?
Save me from the dark, from the devil's snare
Hold me close, Lord, show you care

[Verse 2]
Pain and sorrow, I carry inside
Fighting shadows, nowhere to hide
Knife pressed to my neck, angels' grace
Saved from death, saw their celestial face

[Pre-Chorus]
A purpose hidden deep within
From broken roots, I try to begin
Was it love or lessons I was meant to learn?
Oh Lord, my faith, help me discern

[Chorus]
Heavenly Lord, why this test?
Why do I stumble, why do I wrest?
Save me from the dark, from the devil's snare
Hold me close, Lord, show you care

[Bridge]
Is this the story you want me to write?
Of survival, of faith, through darkest night?
A testament of love, a fight to heal
A sacred journey only you reveal

[Outro]
So I pray for strength, for peace to find
In Your divine wisdom, my heart aligned
Though I question, I trust Your plan
Guided by Your loving hand, I stand

Soulful gospel, emotional vocals, acoustic guitar, gentle drums