Mercy, Lord! Mercy! I cried in the night.
I looked for my help, but tears dimmed my sight.
I've taken so much, and no ease is found.
I listen for answers but hear not a sound.

I know that you're there, that you've not left me.
But how much longer, Lord, till I'm finally free?
Free from the trials that weigh on my head.
Please help me recall the words that you've said.

When I don't expect it, a stranger appears.
She let me cry, then she dried all my tears.
Just her presence gave my weary heart rest.
She said, "Dear child, you've passed this test."

You've held on to your faith when you were so sad.
Now rest in His arms, and He'll make your heart glad.
My spirit then, suddenly, was lighter than air.
I turned to thank her, but she no longer was there.

It was then I began to replay from beginning to end
And I knew with no doubt, that she was a friend!
She was there for me when I was too weak to try,
You see, a friend lifts you up when you're too weak to fly.

Thank you, my friend!

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