Giving Everything Over
Surrender during our trials demonstrates our true faith.
There’s something especially moving about a young Christian putting words to their faith in the middle of the fire—not waiting until everything is settled and safe, but offering praise and trust while still climbing the mountain.
That’s exactly what this poem does. Written by Shakiah Hockey, a young lady in our church, this expression of raw faith and personal surrender touched my heart. I asked her permission to share it with you all—because I believe it will speak to someone else walking through their own fire.
It’s not only a testimony of God’s faithfulness in trouble, but a reminder that even young believers can speak profound truth when their hearts are tuned to Him.
Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. ~ 1 Timothy 4:12
May her words encourage you to keep going, keep trusting, and keep placing everything in His hands.
Giving Everything Over
I’m going through the fire. Will I come through?
The waves are so big, Lord, I can’t see you.
The mountains so high, can I make it there?
Then I remember with the Lord’s help I can!
My God, He can make some beauty from ashes.
He can pick up and fix my life when it smashes.
He can make something amazing from something plain,
And though He’s done it before, He can do it again.
My God, He can make the waves to stand still.
He can give me the strength to go up the hill.
My God, He is able, and my God is true.
Always, in everything, my Lord will come through.
So I’ll put all my trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.
I’ll give Him my all, and I’ll give Him my life.
I’ll trust that always my Lord knows what’s best,
And that He’ll stay beside me through every test.
I’m thankful that always, though come what may,
I can have peace that God’s beside me each day.
He promises He’ll never leave or forsake, and it’s true,
So, Lord, today I’m giving everything over to You.
By Shakiah Hockey
The heart of this poem is an echo of several Scriptures that confirm and validate the faith that Shakiah has expressed. Her confidence is grounded in the truth of God’s Word.
Isaiah 43:2 –
“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee...”Psalm 46:1-2 –
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear...”Isaiah 61:3 –
“…to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning...”Hebrews 13:5 –
“...for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”Proverbs 3:5-6 –
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart... and he shall direct thy paths.”
What I love most about this poem is not just the honest expression of hardship, but the deep confidence in Who God is—even in the midst of the unknown. It’s not a “happily ever after” ending tied up in a bow. It’s a faithful surrender to the Shepherd who walks with us through the fire, through the waves, and up the mountain.
That’s a truth every believer—young or old—needs to be reminded of.
Whether you’re in a season of testing or simply trying to keep your footing through daily life, let these words encourage you to hand it all over to the Lord once again. He is able. He is faithful. He will come through.
And if you’re a younger believer reading this, may I gently encourage you—don’t underestimate how powerfully God can use your voice. When you speak from a heart that trusts Him, you’re offering light to others who may be searching for it.
Whatever you’re walking through today, you don’t walk alone.
Blessings,
Angie
P.S. If this poem encouraged your heart like it did mine, would you take a moment to comment below (so I can share it with Shakiah)? Would you pass it on to someone who might need this beautiful reminder? We’re all walking through something—and sometimes, one heartfelt verse is all it takes to shine a little light on the path.