Father, I ask forgiveness for not putting you first in my life It didn't take long to realize I am nothing without you by my side You have my love above any other A love I will not let fail I vow my heart to be steadfast Jesus will always prevail I could never pretend to deny all the ways you show you care You've been my father when mine was never there you wrapped your arms around me when I wanted only to die You showed me through your love the plans you had for my life You were there with me when I had my baby boy You took my tears of confusion and turned them to tears of joy You were my husband when my marriage was falling apart You renewed our love You showed us where to start I am blessed to call you Father more so to call you friend I will cling to you forever this I now contend I thank you Father for your mercy and your grace as I humble myself before you and only seek your face as I bow down at your feet wash them with my tears I will worship you forever for all my remaining years.