So many memories and so many miles
The road that stretches behind us
We’ve had some laughter and our share of tears
But all these memories unite us

Chorus
I’ll be your friend for a lifetime
Against the wind and the rain of every season
Won’t walk away in the hard times
I will be your friend
I’m saying I will be your friend

Sure as the river runs to the sea
High as the mountain that reaches
You were there by my side till the end
(And) Helped me on my feet again

So in the valley walk on
Don’t have to face it alone
Cause in the hard times
We keep growing strong
As we learn as we live
That we live when we give

Written by Michael W. Smith and Cindy Morgan ©1999 Milene Music, Inc. / Deer Valley Music (Admin by Milene Music, Inc) / ASCAP / Word Music, Inc. / Lola Max Music (Admin by Word Music, Inc.) / ASCAP