Benjamin William Hastings “Anyway” Melodies of Mercy

Some songs feel like they’re written from the exact place where honesty and surrender collide, and “Anyway” lives right there. Benjamin has always had this rare ability to write from the tension — the place where faith is real, but so are the questions; where trust is present, but so is the ache; where you don’t have all the answers, but you choose Jesus anyway. This song sounds like someone sitting with God and saying, “I don’t understand everything You’re doing… but I’m not going anywhere.” It’s raw, unpolished in the best way, and deeply human — the kind of worship that doesn’t pretend, but still believes.

Benjamin’s writing has always carried that blend of poetry and wrestling. He doesn’t shy away from doubt, disappointment, or the parts of faith that feel messy. Instead, he brings them straight to God, trusting that honesty doesn’t scare Him. “Anyway” reflects that heart — a confession that faith isn’t built on perfect understanding, but on a God who is faithful even when life feels confusing. His voice carries the weight of someone who has lived through seasons where God felt distant, yet discovered that God’s nearness wasn’t dependent on his clarity. That’s why the song hits so deeply: it’s faith with dirt under its nails.

Scripture echoes that kind of faith. “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” (John 6:68)
Peter didn’t say this on a mountaintop — he said it after Jesus taught something confusing, something hard to accept, something that caused others to walk away. But Peter stayed. Not because he understood everything, but because he knew Jesus was still the only One worth following. That’s the heartbeat of this song: choosing God not because life makes sense, but because He is still good, still present, still worthy.

And that truth has shaped my own walk with Jesus. I’ve lived through seasons where I didn’t have the clarity I wanted — where the future felt uncertain, where prayers didn’t get answered the way I hoped, where trusting God felt like stepping into the dark. But every time, He met me there. Not with explanations, but with Himself. That’s why another scripture fits so naturally here: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5)
Faith isn’t built on understanding — it’s built on trust. And trust grows strongest in the places where understanding runs out.

Benjamin’s ministry has always been marked by that kind of honesty — the kind that gives people permission to bring their real selves to God. “Anyway” becomes a reminder that God isn’t asking you to have perfect faith. He’s asking you to stay close. To keep choosing Him. To keep showing up. Scripture captures that beautifully: “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart.” (Psalm 73:26)
Even when you feel weak, even when your faith feels thin, God holds you steady.

If you’ve been walking through a season where you don’t have all the answers, where you’re trying to trust God in the middle of uncertainty, this song is an invitation to breathe and remember that faith isn’t about perfection — it’s about direction. It’s about choosing Jesus again today, even if you’re still waiting for clarity. Let this song remind you that God honors the kind of faith that whispers “I trust You anyway,” even when life feels heavy. He’s not disappointed in your questions. He’s not surprised by your struggle. He’s simply glad you’re still here.

“Anyway,” from Benjamin William Hastings’ self‑titled album, is a beautifully honest confession of faith — a reminder that God is worthy of trust even when life feels uncertain. With poetic lyrics and a voice that carries both vulnerability and conviction, the song invites listeners to choose Jesus in the middle of their questions, not after they’ve resolved them. Add it to your collection or share it with someone who needs to be reminded that God is faithful in every season — grab your copy [here on Amazon]. Every purchase supports Benjamin William Hastings’ music and helps us continue sharing songs that draw people closer to Jesus.