Story Behind The Song
My husband used to tell me that when he met me in his life, that he had prayed for someone that would love him for what he was and not for what he could give them or do for that person. To love him unconditionally and be that friend. He told me to write for an artist that I liked. I wrote this song, thinking about Randy Travis and his beautiful deep voice.
Song Description
The song recalls the relationship between a man and a woman, their life together and how much he misses her. But despite his loss, he has faith enough to know that they will be together again and that she and Jesus are still his best friends.
Song Length |
2:45 |
Genre |
Country - Religious, Country - General |
Tempo |
Tempo Undefined |
Mood |
Peaceful, Moving |
Subject |
Lost Love, God |
Similar Artists |
Vince Gill, Trisha Yearwood |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
God's Gift to One Man
I thought of you today and I wished that you were here.
You were on my mind and my eyes filled with tears.
When you went away, I could not speak of it then
But I can say it now. I miss you, my best friend.
You left this world at sunset and the darkness left me cold
But within my broken heart I knew that I was not alone.
I loved you at hello and I loved you at good by
I loved you at our first kiss and your last wistful sigh
I loved you when you held me close, my ring upon your hand.
I loved you for what you were, God's gift to one man.
When we first met long ago I was hardened by life.
My years had been touched with the emptiness of lies.
When we found each other it was more than just fate
Your love sustained me and His love gave me Grace.
From the morning sun to the shining stars at night
Jesus and your memory will be my guiding light.
I loved you at hello and I loved you at good by
I loved you at our first kiss and your last wistful sigh
I loved you when you held me close, my ring upon your hand.
I loved you for what you were, God's gift to one man.
So my darling, please lay down your head and rest your weary feet
I will be there as soon as my journey is complete.
I will love you forever, just past the end of time.
For I know you and Jesus are, still the best friends of mine.
I loved you at hello and I loved you at good by
I loved you at our first kiss and your last wistful sigh
I loved you when you held me close, my ring upon your hand.
I loved you for what you were, God's gift to one man.
I loved you for what you are, God's gift to this man.
chMounce 2009