Someone Who Understands

I have always been told to be positive and stay strong,
But this so called breakthrough is taking way too long.
Just seems like things won’t stop going wrong,
I’m so sick and tired of the “have faith” song.


Things have been getting worse week after week,
I’m loosing my mind and getting emotionally weak.
Even the bible says hope deferred makes the heart sick.
I need a miracle and I need it really quick.


You try to preach to me, but too bad you don’t understand,
Talk is cheap, try standing in the position in which I stand.
I’m opening up, but you take over, even before I land.
Listening and feeling my pain will be a better helping hand.


Save the sermon, I’m not looking for a pastor,
A listening ear is all I need and I’m asking for,
Don’t use me to practise how to be a motivator,
There’s nothing you have to say that I’ve not heard before.


You have to first show some understanding,
In order to stand a chance of encouraging.
You say that God will provide for all my needs,
But you don’t know what it feels like to lack.


Sometimes it’s not about how much you get to say,
You can run your mouth without stopping all day,
But if you are not sensitive, your words won’t stay.
Many words don’t get people in a better mood.


All I’m looking for is someone who will understand me,
Someone who is willing to see what I see.
I’m looking for someone who will not judge me,
Someone who is ready to feel the pain I feel.


I’m looking for someone who knows me,
Someone who cares about what I’m going through.
With my last ounce of strength I cry out loud,
Lord, I need you right now.


© DK… September 2009