I wrote this song following the conclusion of Round 2 of the 2025 competition. I was doing a mundane task that became a little extra difficult and then suddenly it worked out. I said to myself “I almost gave up”… then the lyrics followed “but I didn’t give in” - and the song was born!

I wrote this song in the midst of consecrated prayer, filled with so much gratitude for God's love and all He's done for me, when it dawned on me that He hurt WITH me through everything. As I wept thinking about this, God poured provision over me and gave me a new song. I pray this blesses you.