THOUGH I’VE SEEN TROUBLES,
You will restore my life again.
Though I’ve been wounded
And tasted bitterness,
From the depths of the earth,
You always bring me up again;
Increase my honour and comfort me.
Thank You for Your faithfulness.
O my God, I love You
And my lips will shout for joy
And my song declare Your glory
All day long, all day long.
Through disappointments,
You breathe encouragement and hope.
My lack of wisdom
You’ve often overlooked.
Blown away by Your grace
And by the power in the blood,
I grow in freedom,
Rooted in love.
Godfrey Birtill
Song Meaning
“Though I’ve Seen Troubles” centres on God restoring life after trouble, bringing comfort, freedom, hope, and a fresh song of praise. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects Psalm 71:20–23 and Ephesians 3:16–19. These passages illuminate its central images and anchor its message in Scripture: God acts in grace, his people respond in faith, and hope rests in what he has promised.
Reflection
Use this song to pause, name the truth it declares, and consider the response it invites. It is especially fitting for testimony services, recovery from disappointment, or prayer for restoration. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Though I’ve Seen Troubles” about?
It is about God restoring life after trouble, bringing comfort, freedom, hope, and a fresh song of praise.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Psalm 71:20–23 and Ephesians 3:16–19 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support testimony services, recovery from disappointment, or prayer for restoration, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.