Mark

Twenty-seven years ago, at a Huddle House door

You bought me dinner, but you gave me so much more

We’ve been together since that very first day

Walking side by side, learning how to pray

When I didn't have a voice, when I was feeling weak

You were the only one, the first to ever speak

You stood up for my heart, you held me in the light

And God knew what He was doing on that night

I thank the Lord for you, Mark, every single day

For the endless love you show in every single way

You're a shield for our family, a protector and a guide

Through the hardest seasons, you are standing by my side

I lift my hands to heaven for the gift of who you are

My survivor, my husband, my steady morning star

When the valleys got deep and the shadows grew long

You held onto my hand, and you kept my spirit strong

You showed me the heart of a Savior who cares

Teaching me of Jesus, carrying my prayers

A true survivor walking with scars you never hide

Always helping others with your arms open wide

You pour out your soul for the people in need

Planting the Father's love in every little seed

I thank the Lord for you, Mark, every single day

For the endless love you show in every single way

You're a shield for our family, a protector and a guide

Through the hardest seasons, you are standing by my side

I lift my hands to heaven for the gift of who you are

My survivor, my husband, my steady morning star

I just want you to know how much I appreciate

The man that you are and the life that we create

My love for you is endless, as deep as the sea

A reflection of the grace that you poured out on me

You guard us and you lead us with a gentle, humble hand

The greatest blessing God could ever plan

So I thank the Lord for you, Mark, every single day

For the endless love you show in every single way

You're a shield for our family, a protector and a guide

The first to ever speak for me, standing by my side

I lift my hands to heaven for the gift of who you are

My survivor, my husband, my steady morning star