I have seen the nightfall and heard the thunder roar I have reached the edge of light and taken one step more I have found new courage to meet each rising day Because I know you spoke my name When you knelt to pray ... I have sought His wisdom when every path grew dark I have sought His healing hand to ease my aching heart I have known the blessing of fervent prayers entwined Because your voice was lifted up Pleading there with mine Many prayers are spoken, some are left unsaid Many prayers are offered up as works of love instead When you strengthened me and sheltered me He heard your still, unspoken plea And though you stood beside me your soul was on its knees Through our joy and sorrow, in all that we endure Though we see imperfectly, of this much I am sure God hears every whisper and answers faithfully And my heart is filled with gratitude Because you prayed for me