The Way of Escape

There’s never a temptation
Of all that might befall,

There’s never a temptation
Of all that might befall,
That is a situation
Not common to us all.

There’s never a temptation,
Whatever be its shape,
But that a way is given,
By which I might escape.

However bleak my prospects,
However dark my way,
If I will heed God’s promise,
I’ll see a better day.

The pathway that He offers,
By which I might be free,
May not have the appearance
Of being best to me.

The path of self-denial;
Of taking up the cross
It doesn’t seem as pleasant
As being my own boss.

But it’s the road to freedom,
And it’s the road I’ll take.
Although I meet with trouble,
This path I won’t forsake.

And when a need arises,
That makes me feel my lack,
I’ll trust in Gods’ provision
 It will not turn me back.

For God is ever faithful;
He watches me with care,
And suffers no temptation
Above what I can bear.

1 Cor. 10:13

Nita Brainard