A Memo to Our Quarantined Friends
Finding Hope in Shadows: A Memo to Our Quarantined Hearts
Lyrics
Even when the dark sets in
Expressing resilience in the face of darkness and challenges.
Isolation tries to win
Acknowledging the struggle against isolation.
I look up
Turning attention upwards, possibly seeking solace or guidance.
I look up
Emphasizing the act of looking up as a repeated action.
Anxiety is commonplace
Highlighting the prevalence of anxiety.
And I look for the shadowed face of God
Searching for a divine presence in difficult times.
Of God
Reiterating the search for God's face.
And you say
Introducing comforting words from a supportive figure.
It's gonna be okay
Reassuring that the situation will improve.
It's gonna be okay now
Repeating the assurance of improvement.
It's gonna be okay
Emphasizing the expectation of a positive outcome.
It's gonna be okay now
Reiterating the expectation of a positive outcome.
God is our refuge and strength
Quoting a biblical reference about God as a refuge and strength.
A very present help in trouble
Highlighting God's immediate assistance in times of trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way
Expressing faith and lack of fear despite challenging circumstances.
Though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea
Using metaphorical language to describe upheavals.
Though its waters roar and foam
Describing turbulent waters and potential chaos.
Though the mountains tremble at its swelling
Emphasizing the magnitude of challenges and uncertainties.
There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God
Introducing an imagery of a source of joy in the city of God.
The holy habitation of the Most High
Highlighting a sacred dwelling place for the Divine.
God is in the midst of her she shall not be moved
Asserting stability in God's presence within the city.
God will help her when morning dawns
Anticipating divine assistance in the morning.
The nations rage the kingdoms totter
Describing unrest among nations and kingdoms.
He utters his voice and the earth melts
Portraying God's powerful influence through spoken words.
The Lord of hosts is with us
Affirming the presence of the Lord of hosts.
The God of Jacob is our fortress
Identifying the God of Jacob as a stronghold.
It's gonna be okay
Repeating the assurance of a positive outlook.
It's gonna be okay now
Reiterating the expectation of improvement.
It's gonna be okay
Expressing confidence in a positive resolution.
It's gonna be okay now
Reiterating confidence in a positive resolution.
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