What does it take to be a MAN

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  • čas přidán 14. 09. 2021
  • What does it take to be a man? Society can spin that in so many ways, but more than ever in today’s world of floating bullseyes, we need to have a solid answer. I don’t have it all figured out, and I make many mistakes, but I wanted to share my baseline in this video.
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Komentáře • 334

  • @MrsAlmaTrumble
    @MrsAlmaTrumble Před 2 lety +214

    We need more men like Granger.

  • @Texas_Swift
    @Texas_Swift Před 2 lety +159

    This applies to dad’s with little girls too. Be a man for her so she can see the standard of what she needs to allow into her life later.
    Granger, you’re awesome and always inspiring me to grow and be a better man.

    • @MOBStreet83
      @MOBStreet83 Před 2 lety +2

      Excellent Point!!

    • @viridianfjords8395
      @viridianfjords8395 Před 2 lety +3

      I read this poem to my daughter all the time.

    • @Texas_Swift
      @Texas_Swift Před 2 lety +2

      @@MOBStreet83 thank you. There’s many things I try to do as a father of a daughter and a couple of my biggest are encourage her to learn something new everyday and be the example of the man you want her to marry someday.

    • @Texas_Swift
      @Texas_Swift Před 2 lety +2

      @@viridianfjords8395 just have to change a couple of words and it works perfectly. Thanks for the idea.

    • @kimbibbs5700
      @kimbibbs5700 Před 2 lety +2

      Yes!!!!!

  • @Anna-kf8br
    @Anna-kf8br Před 2 lety +51

    Granger you are a true example of what it means to be a true man of Christ. You are teaching your kiddos so many amazing things!

  • @SheepdogSmokey
    @SheepdogSmokey Před 2 lety +17

    I sent IF to my nephew when he was at Basic. My parents raised him, although I was there for almost all of it, so he's like my kid too, and I'm so dang proud of him, and the man he's grown to be.

  • @lisaharrison5397
    @lisaharrison5397 Před 2 lety +12

    I’m so proud of my boy. I had him as a teenager. One of the best things that ever blessed me. And him and his father sit back 34 yrs later,at our grown responsible police officer son.. now has bless us with 2 wonderful grandsons that he’s teaching. ✨✌️💜🙏🎵

  • @Outlaw07964
    @Outlaw07964 Před 2 lety +4

    Love the video and your music

  • @daleclark8872
    @daleclark8872 Před 2 lety +3

    Just beautiful! Lincoln will cherish this video one day! ❤️🙏🙏❤️

  • @sheilavanduynfote5539
    @sheilavanduynfote5539 Před 2 lety +6

    Granger I had to share this one, I was in tears and I wanted my son to hear this for his little buddy who is 4❤️❤️

  • @gloriastrong5502
    @gloriastrong5502 Před 2 lety +33

    Such beautiful words, it brought tears to my eyes. Linc, Mav, River( who’s looking down from heaven)and London your dad always speaks wise words.♥️

  • @Kparker7721012
    @Kparker7721012 Před 2 lety +10

    You’re a good dad, I watch this and feel sad for my boys, they have a dad he just didn’t spend time with them, they are grown now but I know they would have loved to have a dad like you , your kids are lucky

  • @donnaelkins186
    @donnaelkins186 Před 2 lety +3

    God bless you Granger. Great poem.

  • @trish1366
    @trish1366 Před 2 lety +5

    This is awesome! (Shout out to Paul too). Well done!

  • @maryanntreleaven3709
    @maryanntreleaven3709 Před 2 lety +23

    OMG Granger I love this so much I wish everyone would raise their kids like this

  • @bowed305
    @bowed305 Před 2 lety +6

    Knew this was gonna be good, but didn’t know how good. Thank you for another treasured message.

  • @novamom1962
    @novamom1962 Před 2 lety +7

    Granger it was awesome when Lincoln hit that ball. Great job Lincoln. We love love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @susanfuller4972
    @susanfuller4972 Před 2 lety +4

    We need more great men like Granger Smith. He is a great example of a man. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @brendadowns488
    @brendadowns488 Před 2 lety +2

    Love this. We need men to be fathers and be present in their children's lives.

  • @malloriworthen7943
    @malloriworthen7943 Před 2 lety +1

    As a mom of two boys. I love supporting The Smith’s. Thank God for people like them.

  • @bonniewooters6796
    @bonniewooters6796 Před 2 lety +2

    😢😢. Don’t know how I missed this but I sure needed this late this night as I’m coming up on the anniversary of losing my adult son and his entire family. A drunk driver took their lives but somehow he still lives and I’m hoping he is making memories with his own sons and family. I know that poem so well and the flash of memories of building his confidence at sports when he didn’t have any. He was born with two club feet which is very rare and took years to correct and so many surgeries making him a weak player when wanted to play with all his heart. A father would have been wonderful but unfortunately he heard his dad say out loud through a door “I hate him and he shouldn’t have been born” a day before another surgery. Importance for being a man is what every dad should want to do as he teaches so many things to a young boy and feel the pat on the head and never be afraid to give a big hug to him. Lincoln sees you Granger as his hero every time you return from touring and waits for that manly hug he’s waited for. Now he can play this video over and over and know and feel he’s always safe with you and proud to call you dad just as you are proud to call him your number one son. So inspiring is this video and for the boys who are waiting to be taught the importance of being a loving and honest man one day. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @kourtringelberg3954
    @kourtringelberg3954 Před 2 lety +1

    I love these short story videos you’ve been making. I truly feel this avenue is your unique way to minister. Not every singer has to make Christian music.

  • @mgrainger3932
    @mgrainger3932 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow! Goosebumps here. So inspiring Granger. 🙏🏻

  • @kindnessandgracestaysmilin5990

    Okay but this actually made me cry. This is why I need to find a good future dad for my future kids. I always wanted a good dad in my life. This is beautiful 💕

    • @jrockaz548
      @jrockaz548 Před 2 lety

      Hope so problem is you won't really know until it happens

    • @CaesarGB
      @CaesarGB Před 2 lety +1

      Well, I very much want to be a good husband and father and find a good wife and mother for my future children.

    • @LindaSChastain
      @LindaSChastain Před 2 lety +1

      Pray for our Father God to bring a Christian man into your life. I prayed for a Christian man, that likes fishing, camping and hunting. I married that man two years ago, I never thought to mention age in my prayers. My husband is 91 and I'm 67. I will love him for the rest of my life. He's in much better health than most men half his age and we hunt, fish, camp and attend church and Bible study together. I pray you find that special man. I love you in Christ.

    • @kindnessandgracestaysmilin5990
      @kindnessandgracestaysmilin5990 Před 2 lety

      @@LindaSChastain Wow that’s amazing. That’s everything I would want in a guy too and I’m praying to find someone like that. Thank you for praying for me 💕

  • @tybentley2407
    @tybentley2407 Před 2 lety +4

    Nice we need more people to be a dad like Granger

  • @patkhun4677
    @patkhun4677 Před 2 lety +2

    Lincoln is just a natural! Love it!

  • @ketocarla7291
    @ketocarla7291 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow Granger! The tone of your voice and the words you speak make these short videos so powerful when put together with the filing Paul does. I always end up with tears running down my face. So impactful! I love these, please continue making these. God Bless You and your family. I’m sure your Dad is looking down and so proud of the man you have become to these three boys! ❤️

  • @77gubby
    @77gubby Před 2 lety +2

    That brought a tear to my eye. I miss my Dad every day. I know I will see him soon enough. You an amazing Father Mr. Smith. My hats off to you. Oh by the way. I LOVE THIS!!

  • @jeremymayer2454
    @jeremymayer2454 Před 2 lety +1

    I too am a father of boys, apparently shedding a tear when something touches your heart also makes you a man. Thank you Mr. Granger.

  • @tanyacallahan7812
    @tanyacallahan7812 Před 2 lety +2

    Amazing! Love watching the bond between you and your kids🎈♥️⚾️

  • @srfulcher
    @srfulcher Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you for sharing, absolutely heart touching 💜💜

  • @cindydowning5600
    @cindydowning5600 Před 2 lety +4

    I absolutely love these short video stories you do. Well done 👍

  • @SJ47668
    @SJ47668 Před 2 lety +3

    One of my favourite poems, beautifully read, and the imagery is so timeless and highlights what a strong and loving bond a father can have with his son. Well done.

  • @MOBStreet83
    @MOBStreet83 Před 2 lety +3

    Hats off to that! "Society" needs to watch, listen and then apply what was said! Thank You Granger!

  • @GabeRyanMedia
    @GabeRyanMedia Před 2 lety +15

    Beings tears to my eyes to see someone talking about what it takes to REALLY be a man in this generation of feminine men! 🥺💪🏻🔥
    Great job, Granger. Awesome video. Amazing story telling. And to whoever edited this: phenomenal color grade 👌🏻

  • @LindaSChastain
    @LindaSChastain Před 2 lety +3

    IF was told to me by Zana, my Momma's best friend when I was 11 years old and it's still my favorite 56 years later. I need to let Zana know what it's meant to me all these years. I love you all in Christ. Hugs to the Smith family.

  • @janconnolly6987
    @janconnolly6987 Před 2 lety +3

    I love Kipling's poem, "If." Great way to showcase it! Great job, Lincoln!!

    • @janconnolly6987
      @janconnolly6987 Před 2 lety

      @@grangersmith7657 shame on you pretending to be someone you are not.

  • @lawrencel5048
    @lawrencel5048 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow so uplifting and inspiring. thank you Granger Smith for sharing this.

  • @Sami-jo1029
    @Sami-jo1029 Před 2 lety +2

    This was beautiful done and brought tears to my eyes.

  • @tiajames5180
    @tiajames5180 Před 2 lety +1

    This is the kinda stuff that needs to go viral, not that other junk! Love The Smiths ❤️🦋🎈

  • @CourtneyMJones
    @CourtneyMJones Před 2 lety +3

    Linc did so good! You can see a little smirk right when he's "upset" with missing the ball

  • @jrockaz548
    @jrockaz548 Před 2 lety

    The part about trusting yourself with others doubt you is something I really strive for everyday

  • @gregorysivits3605
    @gregorysivits3605 Před 2 lety +2

    Beautiful, I will be reading this to my son's. you have helped a young man teach his young boys, all with the words of your old man repeating some older man. Passing it on is what is needed and shall be done

  • @bgrateful453
    @bgrateful453 Před 2 lety +6

    In honor of 😇 Chris Smith, well done! Your Smith boys are an amazing reflection of your time invested. Granger, thank you for sharing these wise words. I can see how it choked up your Father when he read it to you. Paul, spot on - so good! Lincoln Monarch, great job buddy.

  • @cbranch119
    @cbranch119 Před 2 lety +3

    Absolutely love this!!!! Your an amazing dad Granger. Your three boys are blessed!

  • @cartervedrode437
    @cartervedrode437 Před 2 lety +3

    Your son will look back at this one day and be proud of his dad.

  • @jennifergraham5349
    @jennifergraham5349 Před 2 lety +16

    I love this so much ❤️🙏🏻

    • @grangersmith7657
      @grangersmith7657 Před 2 lety

      ❤️🙏I want to Specially appreciate you for being a big fan. Thanks for your nice comment on my post, it means a lot to me. I want you to send me a direct message via hangouts using my personal email or you can as well add me up on WhatsApp through my mobile number that will be indicated below. Also endeavor to add your name to the text,
      Hangout mall: smithaccessgrangersmithaccess@gmail.com or WhatsApp+14049001253

  • @robertczajkowski4425
    @robertczajkowski4425 Před 2 lety +1

    I did not know that poem before. Its so touching. I am a father of 3 years old boy. I have so many doubts about being good father. Thank you for that video. Wish you and your family all the best. Greetings from Poland!

  • @kaitlinscott7760
    @kaitlinscott7760 Před 2 lety +3

    Absolutely beautiful! ❤️ I love this series that you’ve been doing, please keep making them! ☺️

  • @masonheeringa
    @masonheeringa Před 2 lety +2

    Wow. That was so good! I so hope that some day I can be a man, a husband and a father, just like Granger.

  • @jimbeam3280
    @jimbeam3280 Před 2 lety +1

    My late Father, who sadly left us in 2015 just prior to his 99th birthday, was awarded his schools poetry prize in 1930, for his recital of Newbolt's Vitai Lampada and Kipling's IF . According to his teachers , his recital was delivered with "Zeal and Gusto" . Something that became a catchphrase of his , for the rest of his life. Those poems are as relevant today , as they were all those years ago when they were written. Brilliant video, and a a fine example.

    • @bgrateful453
      @bgrateful453 Před 2 lety

      Thank you for sharing this! Your Father sounds Iike he was a great man.

  • @tammyh.5258
    @tammyh.5258 Před 2 lety +6

    So very touching and beautiful! Granger, you have such a perfect talking voice besides your singing voice! Lincoln has such a natural stage presence as well! Great job! I love these short stories. Please keep them coming! God bless the Smiths!🙏💞

  • @Jen-zz7nv
    @Jen-zz7nv Před 2 lety +1

    Love these short, deep dive videos. They're so needed in this day.

  • @karaestes8275
    @karaestes8275 Před 2 lety +1

    Oh my granger I how I wish my dad was here now to help me be as good as he was to teach our sons and grandsons how to be a man. Your doing a great job with your son and I know one day they will look back and see what a great dad they have .. you rock in so many ways keep up at it dad and this old grandma way back in northern California loves u and your wife u teach be example .never let your hard work go always know they are watching everything u are teaching even if u think they are not... Hugs

  • @susandykes2768
    @susandykes2768 Před 2 lety +1

    Love that poem. U r doing a great job being a father figure to your boy. Your father would be so proud

  • @chaos_riggz2053
    @chaos_riggz2053 Před 2 lety +1

    Be humble, stay kind

  • @kthompson5270
    @kthompson5270 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for this beautiful pic of a dad raising a son

  • @stacyfausett5436
    @stacyfausett5436 Před 2 lety

    Well done! As a homeschooling mom of 6 we have read this poem in our schooling during their 9th grade year. Excellent!

  • @jamesbrown8718
    @jamesbrown8718 Před 2 lety +2

    Granger smith let me say you have amazing voice to do what you do. I got chills listening to this video. I love the way this was marinated and that Lincoln is going to be a star one day just like his daddy. Don’t ever lose your values for home and family.

  • @-nellie-m3711
    @-nellie-m3711 Před 2 lety +1

    That was just beautiful, what more can I say, there’s no greater feeling than teaching your children the Right Ways of Life and Granger you are doing that. Blessings from Queensland Australia 🇦🇺💙💙💙💙💖💖🎈

  • @charolottebowden6868
    @charolottebowden6868 Před 2 lety +2

    Love this! I have 3 boys and it's not always easy to stay strong in front of them when the world is bringing us down. I remind them, "Keep faith, God has a plan."
    Your family is truly a blessing to watch, thank you so much for allowing all of us into your life. God Bless.

  • @KenG....
    @KenG.... Před 2 lety +1

    As an old man, I wish I had listened to more of what my dad was saying back then.....

  • @reese7299
    @reese7299 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful story the world definitely needs more men like Granger beliefs also men absolutely need to step up and be a man in they’re children’s lives!! God Bless 🙏🙏🙏

  • @rogersorensonjr.8343
    @rogersorensonjr.8343 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing this with us. That's a great poem! I enjoyed every minute of it.

  • @averywaymire4188
    @averywaymire4188 Před 2 lety

    Pretty tough not to get choked up watching and closing my eyes to simply listen the second time around with this video. Absolutely beautiful.

  • @tristonlawson292
    @tristonlawson292 Před 2 lety

    We need more people like Granger. We all love his country songs let all of us together to listen to Granger singing country songs

  • @nonyabiz2777
    @nonyabiz2777 Před 2 lety +1

    Simply amazing. You sir could narrate anything and make it sound glorious. Bravo sir. One of my favorites as well.

  • @kindnessandgracestaysmilin5990

    Love ya granger smith 💯

  • @anakinskywalker2953
    @anakinskywalker2953 Před 2 lety

    That poem is a pure description of how I was raised and who my father is.

  • @buforddrake6283
    @buforddrake6283 Před 2 lety +3

    A real man lets his heart guide him in any situation that rides up. I never had a father growing up in a world of selfish men but only count a few real men. I now a married man and a stepfather, I know that my heart leads my manly conscious so all the mistakes by the selfish men i will not fall.

  • @BraddahBruce
    @BraddahBruce Před 2 lety +1

    Love it! I've fallen short. I thank God for His grace!

  • @contentedspirit9022
    @contentedspirit9022 Před 2 lety +1

    This made me cry. So absolutely beautiful. We definitely need more MEN like Granger and his dad.

  • @alisonlightner866
    @alisonlightner866 Před 2 lety +1

    OH WOW, THIS IS AMAZING, I HAVE TEARS IN MY EYES. Wow. I LOVE IT.

  • @TheMelaniebarber1
    @TheMelaniebarber1 Před rokem

    Trust me when I say, that you were meant for this Granger! River didn't die for some useless or careless reason. He died so that he and all of you could help so many others in the world. You are so good at this. The way you make things clearer. The way you put your words together is so amazing. I can't find the words, but to say that God is definitely setting you ok the right path and you are so amazing. God Bless you with all the blessings of peace and be proud of what you are doing.

  • @lailabradley7454
    @lailabradley7454 Před 2 lety +1

    Loved it!!! Awesome !!! Have enjoyed all the videos in this series!And all the ones you and your precious family do! Thanks!

  • @rogerbean6442
    @rogerbean6442 Před 2 lety +3

    Amen

  • @robinjenkins1686
    @robinjenkins1686 Před 2 lety +2

    Beautifully done♥️

  • @kelleyciampa5383
    @kelleyciampa5383 Před 2 lety

    Nice job Lincoln! Granger, I’m looking so forward to meeting you and shaking your hand. Loving these videos 🙏🏻🦋❤️

  • @davidfriesen8752
    @davidfriesen8752 Před 2 lety

    This is amazing granger. I’m glad I got to go see you at the concert, much love and respect for you.

  • @olivasvlogs9937
    @olivasvlogs9937 Před 2 lety

    Granger, you absolutely amaze me. You are an incredible person. I have never seen a more inspiring, caring, strong, smart, loving, beautiful man inside and out. Thank you for being you. The world needs more Grangers 💕

  • @janesecaraway3995
    @janesecaraway3995 Před 2 lety

    Wow. I don't know how else to put it. As tears swell in my eyes, I think of how lucky this family is to have granger. This video is one that all should see and LISTEN. Thank you. From Montgomery al

  • @itspeepday4244
    @itspeepday4244 Před 2 lety

    Oh my gosh beautiful. So many growing up without dad's need what your doing here on your channel ❤️

  • @janchandler7199
    @janchandler7199 Před 2 lety

    That was wonderful! Your boys and girl are blessed to have you for their father. What a man you are.

  • @Strick58
    @Strick58 Před 2 lety +1

    Keep on keeping on brother

  • @maxsmotorsports8094
    @maxsmotorsports8094 Před 2 lety

    I just want to say Granger. You are a huge inspiration to so many especially me. I just love listening g to your teachings!

  • @terrybialowas2641
    @terrybialowas2641 Před 2 lety

    Love this, another video worth sharing cause some need to hear this message

  • @user-dk4ek6rp5w
    @user-dk4ek6rp5w Před 2 lety +1

    That was cool. It turns out that I woke up in the middle of the night for a reason. I went to smoke, and here is a new, cool video from the Smits

  • @lovelylady4663
    @lovelylady4663 Před 2 lety +1

    I love this the same as the one you did the tree river and me

  • @debj4life478
    @debj4life478 Před 2 lety

    I loved this! Thanks for sharing.

  • @danielcassidy2494
    @danielcassidy2494 Před 2 lety

    Well said. Thanks you for that. Going to share that with my son. Love your music as well.

  • @Geekmasterproduction
    @Geekmasterproduction Před 2 lety +1

    Take care of your Camera guy. The cinematography is next level.

  • @debbiefoote3634
    @debbiefoote3634 Před 2 lety +1

    So very inspiring Granger God Bless the SMITHS Amen!!

  • @tammysaputo5682
    @tammysaputo5682 Před 2 lety

    Turn out really nice. Love the message.

  • @Crom83
    @Crom83 Před 2 lety

    I love these videos. You are such an inspiration. Thank you for all you do, and for using your influence for good. ❤️

  • @robertkeenbuildingmylifesh3429

    Major saving my life motivational.... I'm in the worst place in my life right now . But I have 3 kids too , a 12 yrs old son name Aidan , 6 yrs old daughter name Trinity , and a 15 month daughter name Destiny.... Working on my Cummins dually to make a side businesses to get back on my feet. Salute and blessings to everyone grind and motivations.....

  • @rednecksmith9271
    @rednecksmith9271 Před 2 lety +1

    I loved it. Thanks Granger

  • @hrtg1942
    @hrtg1942 Před 2 lety

    Amazing Wisdom!

  • @Half_burrito
    @Half_burrito Před 2 lety

    Amazing poetry!!

  • @margaretweems7744
    @margaretweems7744 Před 2 lety

    Heartwarming in this world to still see a real man raise another. 💜🇺🇸

  • @pcwizardstech
    @pcwizardstech Před 2 lety

    What a wonderful video. Excellent cinematography! Lincoln did great! Fan from Cincinnati.

  • @wendyraymond1751
    @wendyraymond1751 Před 2 lety

    Truly moving bought me to tears absolutely beautiful ..fune example of a gentleman ...beautiful father thanku so much love and God bless x

  • @gia9811
    @gia9811 Před 2 lety +1

    Love this so much!💕