The Boat Ride
Not a care in the world
In my mind I was free
Young and single
Who could be more important than me?
I lived my life for feelings
Whatever made me feel good
And I kept a smile on my face
As a girl who seemed to have everything should
I sat in that boat
Thinking it was a nice ride
As the wind howled
I was being tossed for side to side
But it was a beautiful boat
And it made me feel important and cool
But as the storm rolled in
I began to feel like a fool
The wind got stronger
I was shaking more than before
As the thunder sounded
It was beginning to pour
A voice called out,
"Stop that boat ride!"
"Oh, it's fun", I'd say
As the fear boiled up inside
Even though it was dangerous
And the waters were rough
I thought maybe it would get better
I just hadn't had enough
If it got really bad
Maybe then I'd turn around
Even though a voice warned me
I wouldn't listen to that sound
Then a wave crashed against my boat
And it broke in two
As I started going under
I figured my life was through
"Help me!" I screamed
As I woke in my bed
And I realized what was really going on
In my head
Have the baby or have an abortion
What should I do?
The appointment was scheduled
In a day it would be over, my life would be like new
On that dark night
A light started to shine
And a voice inside me said,
"Mindy, that child is mine."
As the tears rolled down my face
I knew I had a choice
Should I sit through the pain
Or follow God's voice?
"Oh God, how can I do it?
There is no possible way!
I've made such a mess of my life
And I really should pay
"No! My Son paid for you
He has taken your place
Mindy, suffer no more
You are free by my grace!"
Finally I headed for shore
And asked God to lead the way
That I might receive forgiveness
And look forward to a better day!
Now my son is 7 months old
And tomorrow is my first Mother's Day!
And with that I must tell you
That when you have God, you have a way!
God has changed my life
The battle's been won
And on that glorious day
I'll walk through the gates to His Son!
