These songs are about real life: hoping, faltering, questioning, failing, and finding true freedom. In our journey of faith, we must seek God both in solitude and with other believers. He has the answer. He is the answer, and in His presence we find rest, peace, and strength to continue the journey. Yes, thunderstorms are a bit scary. But storms bring cleansing floods and refreshing rain. My prayer is that at least one of these songs will resonate with where you are right now, as we are all learning to say, “Your kingdom come; Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. I take up my cross, count my life as loss, and glory in Your resurrection!”