the strength of a man

The strength of a man isn't seen in the width of his shoulders --
It's in the width of his arms that circle you.

The strength of a man isn't in the deep tone of his voice --
It is in the gentle words he whispers.

The strength of a man isn't just in how many buddies he has --
It's most admirably how good a buddy he is with his kids.

The strength of a man isn't just in how respected he is at work --
It's most importantly how respected he is at home.

The strength of a man isn't in how hard he hits --
It's in how tender he touches.

The strength of a man isn't in the hair on his chest --
It's in the heart...that lies within his chest.

The strength of a man isn't how many women he's loved --
It's in his loyalty to one woman.

The strength of a man isn't in the weight he can lift --
It is in the burdens he can carry.

I am a man and my strength comes from God alone.