I found this Karen Carpenter song when I was in college. This song, when sung to our Father in light of whatever struggle, reflects a radical dependence and trust in a good God. I especially love the parts I have italicized, for they are very true in my own experience.
Day after day, I must face a world of strangers,
Where I don’t belong, I’m not that strong.
It’s nice to know that there’s Someone I can turn to,
Who will always care, You’re always there!
When there’s no getting over that rainbow,
When my smallest of dreams won’t come true,
I can take all the madness the world has to give,
but I won’t last a day without You!
So many times, when the city seems
to be without a friendly face, a lonely place
It’s nice to know that You’ll be there if I need You,
and You’ll always smile- it’s all worthwhile!
When there’s no getting over that rainbow,
When my smallest of dreams won’t come true,
I can take all the madness the world has to give,
but I won’t last a day without You!
Touch me and I end up singing
Troubles seem to up and disappear
You touch me with the love you’re bringing.
I can’t really lose when you’re near!
If all my friends have forgotten all their promises,
They’re not unkind, just hard to find.
One look at you and I know that I could learn to live
without the rest. I’ve found the best!
When there’s no getting over that rainbow,
When my smallest of dreams won’t come true,
I can take all the madness the world has to give,
but I won’t last a day without You!
