Words and music by Bob Hartman



I can be friends with you 

There's no better friend that a man can know 

I can be friends with you 

And I feel so special 

'Cause it's you I know 



I don't know the governor 

Even though I'm a resident 

I don't rub shoulders with the dignities 

Or shake hands with the President 



And I know I can be with you 

And I don't have to wait in line 

You're the author and creator of all the world 

And a personal friend of mine 



When I have a problem 

I can always come to You 

Regardless of the situation 

I know You know what to do 

You put Your arm around and speak so tenderly 

And I feel better just to know You care 

And you took the time for me 



Greater love has no man than this 

That a man lay his life down for his friend 

But You laid down for all the world to see 

And You proved Your love for me 



I'm no special person 

I've got nothing to offer You 

But You treat me like I'm the only one 

With whom you have to do 

You're closer than a brother 

And You're with me every day 

I love You 'cause You first loved me 

And I'm glad that I can say