I've seen hard times and I've been told
  There isn't any wonder that I fall
  Why do we suffer, crossing off the years
  There must be a reason for it all
    I've trusted in You, Jesus, to save me from my sin
  Heaven is the place I call my home
  But I keep on getting caught up in this world I'm living in
  And Your voice it sometimes fades before I know
    Hurtin' brings my heart to You, crying with my need
  Depending on Your love to carry me
  The love that shed His blood for all the world to see
  This must be the reason for it all
    Hurtin' brings my heart to You, a fortress in the storm
  When what I wrap my heart around is gone
  I give my heart so easily to the ruler of this world
  When the one who loves me most will give me all
    In all the things that cause me pain You give me eyes to see
  I do believe but help my unbelief
  I've seen hard times and I've been told
  There is a reason for it all