My Boat Has Sprung a Leak

Oh Lord, help me—my boat has sprung a leak!

The hole is very small, but the water trickles in.

My bucket scrapes the bottom, scoops the water it can get,

But still the water trickles in; my feet are getting wet!

Oh Lord, help me—my boat has sprung a leak!

The hole has gotten bigger and the water bubbles in.

I fill my bucket full and toss the water overboard.

But still the water bubbles in; my arms now grow like lead.

Oh Lord, help me—my boat has sprung a leak!

I’m bailing and I’m bailing, but the water gushes in.

It’s about to swamp my boat and my back is awfully sore.

Truly I don’t think that I can do this anymore.

Oh Lord, help me—my boat has sprung a leak!

I’m weary from the bailing, and I’m far too weak to swim.

The water churns around me and it takes away my breath.

How do I save myself from certain drowning death?

“Yes, child, I’ll help you—I know about the leak.

I‘ve listened to your prayers, and I know the plight you’re in.

Rest now from your labors; trust Me unconditionally.

You cannot save yourself; salvation comes from Me.”