In this heartfelt spoken‑word song, a father speaks directly to his infant son, offering a blend of parental advice and spiritual mentorship. He urges the child to begin living now, to walk in the light, and to love God with every part of his being—heart, soul, and mind. Repeatedly, he contrasts love with fear, insisting that love is greater and that God’s love extends even to enemies. He reminds the son of the Christian call to serve the weak and the poor, to seek knowledge of God’s kingdom, and to embody faithful, kind love. Throughout, the father acknowledges inevitable doubts and fears but encourages perseverance, framing love and faith as the guiding forces for a life of purpose and compassion.
Chapters
There's so much to learn as I'm watching you grow, my son. You're still a baby and there is much work to be done. Don't wait around for your life to begin. Your life has already begun. So follow me, boy, I'll help you learn all that you can. There's so many steps on the road to becoming a man. There will be days when I can't be around, so listen as close as you can. These are the things I'm praying for you, that I hope you'll understand. I want you to know more than just how to walk. I want you to walk in the light. Love the Lord God with your heart and your soul, every last ounce of your mind. There will be doubts, there will be fears, but don't let them ruin your way. Love is greater than fear. God is love drawn near. There's no greater love than to lay down your life for a friend. But there will be days when you doubt you have any friends. Some people never learn how to love well, but they'll probably need it the most. Remember God's love is not just for your friends, it's even for your greatest foes. I want you to know more than just how to walk, I want you to walk in the light. Love the Lord God with your heart and your soul, with every last ounce of your mind. There will be doubts, there will be fears, but don't let them ruin your way. Love is greater than fear. God is love. Drawn me. Your heart will dance, your heart will sing, your heart will cry, but as long as it beats, let it belong to the Lord of all things. For the pure in heart will see God. There is a lie that says life is about getting more. But Christ will be found when you walk with the weak and the poor. I'm here to pray that your heart will be full with a love that is faithful and kind. Blessed is the man who will seek knowledge nothing less than the kingdom of God in this life. I want you to know more than just how to walk, I want you to walk in the light. To love the Lord God with your heart and your soul, with every last ounce of your mind. There will be doubts and there will be fears, but don't let them ruin your way. Love the Lord God Love is greater than fear. Love is greater than fear. Love is greater than fear. God is love, drawn near.
