Sometimes we do crazy things when we feel desperate. When anxiety becomes overwhelming or temptation becomes too great, we can throw everything away for momentary relief. We can be so quick to give up what God has given us for a fleeting reprieve. Download these songs on the theme of desperation.

God was close to us, because God wanted to be close. Even after we got into trouble with sin and separated ourselves from His presence, he pursued us. He never let us out of His sight. God rescued humanity over and over again. God is still claiming his people today, and doing it by moving in with us, being close.

Part of life consists of learning from confusing moments and persevering with patient faith. Real patience is evident when, regardless of how much time has gone by, a person not only continues to wait but also springs into action, not confusing patience with passivity. Download these chord charts and piano/vocal arrangements for all contexts of a small group to corporate church worship that resonate with the theme of waiting on the Lord. Also, check out the simplified versions for many of the best worship songs.

Remembering who God is, His faithfulness in the past, and His promises for the future gives us the confidence to trust God with what's happening right now. We are still human. We still live in a sin-filled world filled with loss, hardships, doubt, stress, and fear. The difference when we face each day with Jesus is that we have the ability to experience joy, peace, love, and security even in hard times.