These lyrics infer that Isaac was going through some rough things and was feeling very insecure. These lyrics stir emotion in the audience, and promote pity from the audience as well.

This line shows how Isaac didn't feel like anyone was there for him, not even God. This line makes the audience sad as they feel bad for Isaac; however, it gives the audience comfort because it shows them they are not alone when they feel like this themselves.

These lines infer how Isaac was waiting for an answer from God on why all these bad things happen to good people. Isaac didn't get an answer and it makes you feel bad for him.

The repetition in the phrase "Where were you" show how desperate he is. Isaac wanted an answer and help badly; however, God wasn't there or didn't do what Isaac wanted. This makes the audience emotional and full of pity for him.

When Isaac says this he is trying to convince the audience that everyone has problems and that they're not alone in them. Isaac himself has been through issues, and so has his friends. Therefore, Isaac is credible to speak on it and the credibility he has gives the audience confidence that they're not alone. 

These lines really appeal to the ethos characteristic because the audience can relate to it very easily. Isaac was not speaking literally but rather that he was waiting on an answer from God about all these awful things happening to undeserving people. The relatability of this line helps Isaac to effectively get his point across to the audience and convince them that they are not alone in their troubles.