Potter's Clay by Ron DiCianni
Used with Permission

Why Lord?

Why the burdens on me Lord?
Why can't my problems be ones I can afford?
I know there's something I should do
I practice stewardship... at least I try to.

Why the hardships on me Lord?
I don't know which way to walk toward
I know there's something I should do
Maybe I should try to pray to you.

Why the hardships on me Lord?
I pay my bills and I don't hoard.
I know there's something I should do.
Maybe I should glorify only you..

I know why there are hardships on me now.
There are lessons that need learned and I know how.
I want to be what You plan for me
and in my heart is where you shall be.

Sharon Hemmerly
©2003

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