The Bible is filled with lament. Over a third of the Psalms are laments. The book of Lamentations weeps over the destruction of Jerusalem. Jesus lamented in the final hours of his life.
“Laments turn toward God when sorrow tempts you to run from him.”
But lament is different than crying because lament is a form of prayer. It is more than just the expression of sorrow or the venting of emotion. Lament talks to God about pain. And it has a unique purpose: trust. It is a divinely-given invitation to pour out our fears, frustrations, and sorrows for the purpose of helping us to renew our confidence in God.
LYRICS:
You say you're near to the broken
You say your peace passes understanding
You say you're hope for the hurting
Where are you now
So come close, I'm on the verge of breaking
Come close, I'm desperate for your presence
Come close, the weight of pain is crushing
Come close
She touched your hem and you healed her
You opened eyes with the dirt we walk on
When will I wake from this nightmare
Where are you now
Where are you now
So come close, I'm on the verge of breaking
Come close, I'm desperate for your presence
Come close, the weight of pain is crushing
Come close
You are good, you are good, I believe you are good
You are good, you are good, I still believe you are good
You are good, you are good, I believe you are good
You are good, you are good, I still believe that you are good
So come close, I'm on the verge of breaking
Come close, I'm desperate for your presence
Come close, the weight of pain is crushing
Come close
If you're not scared of my questions
Where are you now
Seacoast Worship's "Lament", featuring Rachel Davis.
