They lied to me. They tried to tell me what to care about, what my interests should be. They tried to tell me who I am.
They lied to me. They tried to tell me what to dream; then helped to tear those dreams down. They told me they would be there for me; yet they were as baseless as their words. The natural company of misery; a friend to the friendless.
They lied to me. They wanted me to believe that this is what it means to be a man. Now I know and I can’t look back. I gave it all a chance, but it’s time to clear out my brain. What was once there has now gone.
As I sit on bended knees and pray, I know there must be a better way. I come before You with blinded eyes; seeking Your presence. I ask that You may lead so I can follow, that You may teach so I can serve.
They lied to me, but I know You won’t. For this is not faith, nor is it confidence, it is assurance etched deeply in my heart.