PAUL

This one is for someone very dear to me, Paul Dazet. Paul is a preacher who practices what he preaches. I can't tell you how refreshing that is. Paul is a Methodist, and he and I have talked out some very significant theological differences. We still disagree significantly on some things, and also agree on a lot of important things. But his genuinely respectful behavior toward me has always been something of a healing balm for me. Thank you, Paul, for being a real brother in Christ to me.

PAUL

If we never see the same
If we never learn the name
and we pasture in the fields
of a shepherd's grace concealed

I will still remember you
and the things that you would do
in the face of my contentions
And I will love you true
my bro


I saw you recline
with a cup of Jesus wine
And I loved your heart of grace
as you kissed my ugly face

Oh I knew what you were feeling
and smiled at your pain
cuz I knew that you were trying
and your efforts weren't in vain


Oh I really needed kindness
at that moment in my life
My back still carrying
another brother's knife

Thank you, brother soul
for living what you say
God go with your person
Go with you all the way

If we never see the same
If we never learn the name
and we pasture in the fields
of a shepherd's grace concealed

I will still remember you
and the things that you would do
in the face of my contentions
And I will love you true
I will love you true
my bro

Words, music & audio recording
© John Brusseau, 4/6/2026