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The struggle before the calm,
The choppy waters before the smooth sail.
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We’ve all heard about the calm before the storm,
But there’s also the dismal moment before the victory dance.
The darkness inside the tunnel,
Before the fresh air and sunlight refresh your soul.
There’s the trials and hard times,
Before the blessings abound.
Before the sound of victory,
There’s a cry of the storm.
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The tough times teach gratitude,
They teach the faithfulness of God.
So, rejoice in the tough times,
Because you know what’s coming up.
After this trial may be a next,
But sooner or later, it must end.
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Take it from someone who’s been there, is there.
The rain cannot last forever,
The storm must end.
While the earth remains,
He promised seedtime and harvest.
Those who sow in tears, reap in joy,
Sow my friend, reaping time is coming up.
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Let your hallelujah echo in the dismal night.
Confound nay-sayers,
Encourage fellow-strugglers,
And pave the path to victory,
As your worship goes up.
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Endure the struggle, before the calm.
Rest assured you’re being made stronger,
You’re growing tall.
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It’s like an unsolicited gym work-out,
On a day you don’t have much strength.
But results will show in the end,
Hang in there, my friend.