these days
Mandisa Lyrics

I never liked Mondays or bad news
I always dislike the beginning of the week, especially if it comes with bad news.

Or breakin' in new shoes
Wearing new shoes and experiencing discomfort is not a pleasant experience.

And mornings when I can't find my phone
Waking up to realize that I cannot find my phone is frustrating and stressful.

Nobody likes traffic or short nights
Dealing with traffic or not getting enough sleep are common problems that no one enjoys.

Or sit-ups or long flights
Performing sit-ups is not a comfortable exercise and long flights can make us tired and uncomfortable.

But sometimes that's just the way it goes
Life can be filled with unpleasant experiences, but sometimes we just have to deal with it.

It's funny what you use to help me grow
Sometimes, we experience tough situations that help us grow and develop in unexpected ways.

So I'll learn to love these days
Despite all the unpleasant experiences in life, I will learn to appreciate and love them.

Life along the way
Throughout my journey through life,

In the middle of the crazy
Even when things seem crazy and chaotic,

God your love is so amazing
I am grateful for the amazing love that I receive from God.

Through the ups and downs
Whether I experience good or bad times,

You're the only hope I've found
God is my only hope and refuge during difficult times.

Lord you meet me in the madness
I find comfort in knowing that God is with me in the midst of chaos.

I can see a silver linin'
I am able to see the positive side of things, even in difficult times.

When the sun's not shinin'
Even when the circumstances are not good or bright,

Even when you choose to bring the rain
Even when God allows hardships in my life,

Oh there's freedom in believin'
Having faith in God brings freedom and peace of mind.

I'm trustin' your leadin'
I am putting my trust in God's guidance and direction for my life.

'Cause you're Lord of all my joy and all my pain
God is the ruler and master of both the good and bad experiences in my life.

I could wait the hundred years
I am willing to wait for a hundred years,

You gave me here the days when you near
As long as I have God by my side, the number of years does not matter.

The days when I was out there
The times when I was seeking for what comes next,

Lookin' for what comes next
Searching for what the future holds.

'Cause every minute, every hour, every day
Every single moment of every day is valuable and precious,

Is such a gift and I'm content
And I am grateful and satisfied with what I have been given.

I'm thankful for each day
I appreciate and feel grateful for every day that I am given.