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"The Long Haul" by Lauren Gruwell: When God Refuses to Let Go


Nothing in life is certain. Life can fall apart, pieces scatter, hearts break, and there will be times when hope runs thin. Lauren Gruwell wrote “The Long Haul” for exactly those moments, the moments where getting back up and moving forward again seems impossible. 

Lauren Gruwell - The Long HaulLauren shares: “In my darkest times, I’ve been reminded that God is right there, walking by my side.” God doesn’t leave! Not when your life unravels, not when you’re the reason it’s unravelling. We are so capable of messing things up, and despite that… we can be confident that: “… I have a God who refuses to give up on me // And no matter what, He has proven He will never leave.” There is always a way to get our lives back on track, because we have a faithful God! 

What does His faithfulness look like? It shows up in the hard fall, the breakdown, the moment when all of our hope disappears. Lauren reminds us that Jesus isn’t a fair-weather companion — He walks through the rain and storm just as surely as the sunshine. His mercy doesn’t run out. His grace has no limits. 

Are you in a long-haul season right now? Then this song is especially for you. It’s a reminder that you are not carrying this alone. Lauren shares: “I hope this song reminds you of how LOVED you are!” Listen to “The Long Haul” and hold onto this: “He has miles of mercy and endless grace.”

(Related scripture: Romans 8:38-39; Deuteronomy 31:8; Isaiah 41:10; Joshua 1:9)

Background:

"The Long Haul" is a reminder that God is always with you, and that nothing can separate you from His love. In my darkest times, I've been reminded that God is right there, walking by my side. This life is tough, but it helps to be reminded that we are NEVER really alone in our suffering. Jesus Christ has suffered how you've suffered, and loves you endlessly. He wants to walk with you through your long haul. He is there in the good times AND in the bad times. He is faithful. He is always aware of you, and nothing can separate you from His love! I hope this song reminds you of how LOVED you are!

Release date: May 13, 2026

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