Come and walk with me, my son

I need to share my heart

Tomorrow when the morning comes

I'm headed off to war

Take care of your mother

And your little brother, too

I'm praying that I'll be home soon

So I can be with you



I know you're only 10 years old

I know that you're afraid

But I need you to be brave for me

And for the family

I know it's hard to see me cry

But put your mind at ease

God is watching over us

So we can be at peace



With all my heart

I can't wait to tuck you in

And sing a song to you

Son, stand strong

Love is the reason I would give myself for you

‘Cause that's what soldiers do



Remember what I taught you now

About how to be a man

Talk with God throughout the day

He will help you stand

With faith to see, hope to believe

And love for everyone

Know that I'm so proud of you

And I will always love you, son



With all my heart

I want to take you to our favorite place

And catch a fish or two

Son, stand strong

Love is the reason I would give myself for you

‘Cause that's what soldiers do



And as I go, I want you to know if I don't make it home

You are gonna be alright

I'm telling you, son, you're gonna touch the sky

Don't lose hope, just lift your eyes

We'll be together again some day



So with all my heart

Hold on to Jesus, son

And He will lead you through

Son, stand strong

You may never go to war

But you're a soldier, too

And when you have a son like you

Teach him to fight for what is true

‘Cause that's what soldiers do