From the shadows I rise

It should come as no surprise

I go through the fire

To obtain what I desire

Life isn’t always fair

But my God is there

He gives me strength

Whenever I talk with Him at length

From the shadows I rise

Like an ocean wave

Faith gives me what I crave

I ignore the naysayers

As I say my prayers

I’m on a mission

I have clear vision

Nothing’s going to stop me

I’ll be the best I can be

From the shadows I rise

Look in my eyes

There’s a wonder to behold

My story will be told

Right or wrong

I know where I belong

I’ll keep going

While knowing

God planted the seed

That’s a blessing indeed

While seeing life in its splendor

My joy I won’t surrender

I’ll take the blows

As I emerge from the shadows