We all too often,
along life's way,
find times when we
know not what to say.

I find myself
now on that road,
with things I want
you to be told.

Thank you for the times
you were there;
times I thought for sure
no one could care.

And for the words
of wisdom true
that only could've
come from you.

Thanks, too, for the times
you've encouraged me
with words, and smiles,
and sometimes sympathy.

These words of support,
and belief in me
have helped me through
my times of need.

I thank Jehovah,
from my heart,
for his gifts to me,
of which you are a part.

He promised me, when
I left my family behind,
I would not want
for love of that kind.

And, as always,
his word has come true.
I know this because
he sent me you.

So thank you kindly,
my dear friend,
for helping me often
my heart to mend.

And now, my brothter,
and my friend,
if ever I could
your heart mend,

Please do not ever,
for a second, hesitate
to let me fulfill
the words of Luke 6:38.

There we are told,
in God's own word,
that what you give out-
you get in return.

So remember, if ever
a friend you need,
I am here for you,
as you have been for me.