A psalm

Oh God of all creation
My soul sits at the bottom of despair
I can barely breathe
Though I know you are still there

See me in my pain
Come quick to my aid
Because I know you've loved me
Before earth's foundations were laid

Even in my writhing
And my sorrowful moans
I long to be beside you
And worship before your throne

God you are my God
The holy and and inscrutable king
And even when I feel I've died
Of your majesty I yearn to sing

Holy one of Israel
Whose might and power prevail
Don't ignore me in my darkness
Don't let my spirit fail

I praise you and your loving kindness
That brings me through the night
The deepest darkest shadows
My depression pierced by your light

I praise you for your mercy
That sees me flooded by tears
And lifts me free to safety
You are faithful through the years

Just and holy father
Listen to my righteous cry
Come, I beg you quickly
Let not your son's spirit die

Riding on the clouds
Your messiah will appear
And bring about your kingdom
I know now you are near