Casting Crowns - Praise You In This Storm Lyrics
Lyrics
I was sure by now
That You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say Amen
and it's still raining
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
I'm with you
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God
Who gives and takes away
Chorus:
I'll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For you are who you are
No matter where I am
Every tear I've cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise you in this storm
I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry You raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can't find You
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
I'm with you
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God
Who gives and takes away
Chorus
I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The Maker of Heaven and Earth
Repeat
Chorus
Video
Casting Crowns - Praise You In This Storm (Live from YouTube Space New York)
Meaning & Inspiration
Casting Crowns’ "Praise You In This Storm," released on September 10, 2019, from their Live from YouTube Space New York session, is a profound exploration of faith's resilience, even amidst life's most challenging tempests. The song, while not tied to a single, specific biographical event for its origin, taps into a universal human experience of suffering and the faithful response that Scripture repeatedly calls us to. Its core message resonates with the ancient wisdom found in Psalm 34:1, "I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth," a verse that underpins the very essence of enduring praise. The band masterfully conveys the difficult truth that our faith is not meant to shield us from hardship, but rather to equip us to face it with unwavering devotion. This is powerfully echoed in James 1:2-4, which encourages believers to "consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." "Praise You In This Storm" doesn't shy away from the pain; instead, it offers a perspective that transforms suffering into an opportunity to witness God's faithfulness. The lyrics speak to the human inclination to question and struggle when circumstances are dire, yet ultimately point towards a surrender that finds strength not in the absence of the storm, but in the presence of God within it. This profound shift in focus mirrors the experience of Job, who, despite unimaginable loss, declared in Job 1:21, "The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord." The song’s enduring power lies in its ability to remind us that true worship isn't conditional on comfort or ease, but is an act of defiant trust, a testament to the unfailing love and sovereignty of God, even when the skies are dark and the winds are fierce. It calls us to remember the promise in Romans 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." This encouragement to find God's presence and purpose within the struggle is what makes "Praise You In This Storm" a deeply inspiring and biblically grounded anthem for enduring faith.