Strengthen Me Oh Lord

Oh my beloved Jesus, let me hasten to your embrace!For pains, sorrows, troubles, and stress engulf my existence.The seas surge, thunderous roars, and storms wreak havoc,Beneath your sheltering wings, shield me from their relentless assault.Guide me unwaveringly until I ascend with you, basking in eternal bliss.Nowhere else can I seek refuge, but in you and your resolute words that fortify my heart during times of turmoil.I rely on you, my impenetrable fortress and my safeguard.Never forsake me, for I shall have no guardian amidst these trying moments,As the people of this world have undergone negative transformations,Yet I hold steadfast to the unchanging beauty of your divine word.Your mercy abounds, unlike fallible mortals who withhold forgiveness,But we, as humans, fail to recognize this and subject you to crucifixion once more—such a lamentable fate for my Savior on the cross.It is through your boundless mercy that we conquered the grip of sin, through the shedding of your blood on the cross.Revive those disheartened and despondent, plagued by fears of exams, tuition, worldly stress, sickness, and poverty.You are holy, and forever shall you remain so.Oh God, you are the savory broth, the refreshing wellspring,The delight of my existence, the pillar supporting my feeble life.You mend my troubles, slay my stress, and forever work miracles to strengthen me.You are the Almighty, the God of wonders and marvels,And I shall forever extol your name.TURYAGUMANAWE MATHIAS