A father figure raised me

Showed what’s meant to be

His lessons filled every day

In a very special way

He held my hand

Taught me how to stand

He showed me the love

Coming from heaven above

He taught me to pray

Accept God’s way

He said faith would fill my soul

Make life whole

He said life is real

Too difficult to conceal

He talked about what’s in stone

Why God won’t leave me alone

He talked about purpose

How it rises to the surface

What God can do

How it feels like morning dew

And how I’d grow

By sharing what I know

I had a father figure

Brave and strong

He taught me right and wrong

He gave me direction

And plenty of affection

He made clear

What I should hold dear

He said I’d go far

While reaching for a star

He talked about God’s word

One I’ve always heard

The beautiful place

Filled with mercy and grace

He said count my blessings

Without a lot of stressing

He said faith would turn me around

Put me on solid ground

He showed what’s by design

Why everything is fine

He was my father figure