Everyone's always focused on
The way things appear
They never take the time to realize
That the things that really matter
Aren't always so clear
They can't always be seen through the eyes

chorus:
Afflictions aren't always physical
Though the world may think that way
But the physical is trivial
It soon will fade away
The only true affliction
Is a heart without conviction
And the price is much more than you can pay





Sometimes the Lord allows things
To happen in our lives
To teach us or to give us strength
When we feel so weak inside
To the world it may seem
Like I’ve been punished or even cursed
But if they could only look inside themselves
They'd see they have it worse

Repeat Chorus

Sometimes it takes an obstacle
To appreciate the blessings we've been given
And to show us what we take for granted
Like the sins that have been forgiven