Wailing Of A Soul

At times I see my life going out of gear Tempestuous passions take away my cheer I know there is none to blame but only me Hence I ask forgiveness as I bend my knee When resentments clutter up, darkening my mind My Lord, do not despise but be merciful and kind Through clouds of doubt and weeds of fear Let your voice be heard calm and clear! As the light house navigates the sailors of the sea Be a beacon in the thickening gloom, guiding me When breakers rise high to turn and toss my ship Be my captain to steer it without a slip! When dear ones from our lives suddenly depart Send your peace and heal our grieving heart Teach us to accept Death as a leveler with icy hands As the desert winds across the heaving sands When I see my world a prison with discord round And no one who seems to care is found When friends desert and never want me again Be my friend to spare me of my gnawing pain! Father, lead my life through the raging storm And restore into my life your serene calm You who know me from beginning to end Through trials of life, your care and mercy send!