It seems as if these days I can’t explain a thought without it turning into poetry. “Worthy to follow” is part of my heart behind my first ever collaborative spoken word (video below). My teammate Luke Geldmacher is a tremendously gifted writer and together we shared a word of encouragement to our fellow women of W squad. My mother was the first example I had of a Godly woman. She is the reason I am who I am today. Her love for others still pours from me today. This Valentines day I encourage each and every one of you to take a moment to thank and encourage those who have changed your life for the better. “A brotherly love letter” is our heart behind the Godly character each women of W squad has shown us during this journey of growth and community.
“Worthy to follow”
A man without direction cannot ensure your protection
Where his compass lies is what I put to question
A man of the world will lead you astray
But a man of God will show you the way
I understand you too have a history
But is that history worth a future of misery?
Stable and reliable are good qualities to have
Ask yourself if you’ve reached for all you can grab?
Lyrics: Me:black text Luke: red text
I am blessed to be blessed by you
All 36 W-squad women have changed my life
I’d be honored to make one of you my partner…
…in ministry that is.
With shining smiles that touch my soul
You warm my spirit when things grow cold
Each of you is a treasured prize
Honored we are to stand by your side
A letter of affection from yours truly
Bragging on all of your heavenly beauty
If two lie down they will be warm
This my friends can cause great harm
Guard your hearts with great vigor
Men these days are quick to pull the trigger
Selfishly seeking attention without honoring your heavenly dimension
I know because I was one of them
Insecure, impure, taken by sin
Ready to indulge my flesh on a whim
I’m a changed man now, I’ve learned from my past
I’m here to ensure these lessons last
Don’t ever let me catch you with a man of the world
You my sisters in Christ are no ordinary girls
You’re as pure as Mary
Servant hearted as Ruth
You inspire me to seek truth
When I speak you listen
God’s love is our only mission
You all are unblemished daughters of the King
The Lord our God gives the ring of all rings (BOTH)
Trust your heart to God and you’ll find a worthy mate
Best believe you are well worth the wait
Jacob sought after Rachel for 14 years
Your soul mate’s pursuit should be the least of your fears
Find a man like Aslan, not safe but good
Find someone that takes you on an adventure
Someone who will celebrate at your side
Whatever is pure, lovely, commendable, excellent, and true
For that is the definition of each and every one of you
Hair ties, sweatpants, chillin with no makeup on
You’re beautiful (BOTH)
My hope is to set your heart free
Free to love recklessly
Perfect love is indescribable
Perfect love is undeniable
Undeniably seeping from your pores
Your love has saturated me to the core
We see it in the way you walk
Don’t speak as if your words are made of chalk
You’re so much more than eye candy
5 months in and doing quite dandy
God in you is a powerful voice
Satan would keep it quiet if he had the choice
God’s love through you always has value
Without your input there’s nothing to add to
But do not fret, and have no fear
God’s perfect love is here
And His love endures all things
From sea to shining sea
All across this great Earth
You’ve been paragons of God’s good work
And never in all my life
Have I seen such examples for a godly wife
My beloved women of Christ
You have shown me manhood’s delight
It isn’t found in a fight
It isn’t found in the gym
Or by tearing a man limb from limb
It is found in the heart
You inspire me to fulfill my part (BOTH)
So thank you lovely ladies
For making our hearts shine
The pleasure and the honor
Has been and always will be mine (BOTH)
