Fair Weather Friend?
By George Thurlow
When by fire my faith is tested
And struggles seem never to end;
I pray I won't be to You
Just another fair weather friend.
Oh it's so easy when the day is bright
And my heart feels light and free,
To burst out in song and melody
In endless praise of thee:
But in the shadow of the growing storm
When clouds seem to cover all,
Will the barometer of my heart
Drastically dip and fall?
Will I bend like a humble willow:
Or snap like a proud pine tree?
When the wind is violently raging
Will I still trust in thee?
I pray That I'll be faithful,
Like Paul to the very end.
Regardless of the weather
I remain your loyal friend.
