The Best
Mr. Gray Lyrics

As a boy under the stars
As a child, looking up at the stars at night

I'd wonder who You are and who I was, I didn't know much
Wondering about the identity of God and oneself

But I knew love was at the center, holding it all together
Believing that love was the foundation of everything

Filled with the wonder that was always waking
Being amazed by the things in the world

I'd chase it as fast as my bike would take me with my friends
Enjoying life and spending time with friends

The first time I fell in love, oh what a girl
Falling in love for the first time

I could feel the world tremble beneath us with my first kiss
Feeling the intensity of a first kiss

I aimed to make her mine but I missed
Trying to win someone over but failing

Oh, but if my heart hadn't broke in two, I never would've run to You
If he hadn't experienced heartbreak, he wouldn't have turned to God

Where You loved me in my loneliness and I found I was never alone
Finding comfort and companionship in God

The next time I fell in love, I walked her down the aisle
Getting married and starting a family

Fresh like spring and in a little while
Feeling rejuvenated and hopeful

There were tiny people underneath our feet
Having children and caring for them

It was a full time job to make ends meet
Working hard to support a family

It was good but we got so tired walking on a high-wire, through the fire
Experiencing challenges and difficulties as a couple and family

Trying to hold it together, for better or worse even when it hurt
Working through hard times in a marriage

But in my broken places I discovered how good your grace is
Finding comfort in God during difficult times

As You picked up the pieces, thank You Jesus for making me whole again
Feeling renewed and whole thanks to God's love and grace

The best days were when You walked with me and talked with me
The best times were when he felt close to God's presence

They were the best days cause You were here with me
Those moments felt special and meaningful because of God's presence

I won't fear my story's end cause the author is my friend
Feeling comforted by the idea that God is in control of his life

Whatever comes tomorrow, beauty or sorrow
No matter what happens in the future

I know when I look back I'll see
Believing that he'll be able to see God's presence in the future

That the good times and the hard times were the best times I ever had
Reflecting on the ups and downs of life with gratitude and appreciation

Cause You were beside me, above and behind me
Feeling comforted by God's constant presence

Lovingly leading me home
Feeling guided and cared for by God

Every step along the way
Throughout his entire life

I know You'll never leave my side
Believing that God will always be there for him

Whatever the season I can say
No matter what stage of life he's in

These are the best days of my life
Feeling grateful for the joys and hardships of life, especially with God by his side