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Celebrate your child with these special birthday prayers for sons!
Whether you send them a birthday message over text, write a meaningful prayer in a card, or simply reflect on the joy of your son’s presence in your own life, these birthday messages are a loving way to connect with your child on their birthday.
A birthday is a unique opportunity to share a message of love for your son—whether he still lives at home or is grown and on his own.
Birthday prayers allow you to demonstrate your love and gratitude for him, as well as your hopes and dreams for his future.
Birthdays are a time for celebrating life and all that is special about the person being honored. On this day, sons are allowed to be spoiled rotten by their parents.
So make sure to give your son the best birthday ever with lots of love, laughter, and maybe even a few presents thrown in for good measure.
Birthday Prayers and Messages for Son
Here are some birthday prayers you can use to bless your son on his special day:
“Dear God, we thank You for the gift of our son. On this special day, we pray that You would bless him with all the joys and happiness that life has to offer.
We pray that You would guide him in all his endeavors, and help him to grow into the man You created him to be. Amen.”
“Happy birthday, son! We are so grateful for you and everything you bring into our lives. May your special day be filled with all the joys that you hope for. We love you so much!”
May the Lord bless you on your birthday, son. We pray that this year would be full of all the good things you desire.
May you be surrounded by those who love you and support you in all your endeavors. Amen.
Birthday Prayer for Son
My dear son, on this special day I pray that you will know the joy you bring to our lives and to those around you, and that you will continue to grow in strength and confidence in the man you have become.
I thank God for the gift of you, and I pray that this year will be full of all the good things you hope for. May you be surrounded by those who love and support you in all your endeavors.
I pray that you will know the joy of true friendships, the happiness of good health, the satisfaction of meaningful work and the blessing of God’s loving presence in your life today and always.
Over the years I have loved getting to watch you grow and change, and I am so proud of the young man you have become.
I pray that this birthday will be a happy one for you, and that the year ahead will bring all that you hope for.
Happy birthday, with all my love.
“May your birthday be filled with all the joy, happiness, and wonder that you hope for. And may all of your dreams and aspirations come true. I love you always, my precious son.”
Birthday Prayers to Pray Over Son
“Dear Lord, we come to You today thanking You for our son. We are so grateful for the blessing he is in our lives!
As we watch him grow up, we pray that You would guide and direct his steps. Give him wisdom beyond his years, and help him to always honor and respect those around him.
We pray that his birthday would be a joyous and happy one, surrounded by loved ones. We pray for Your continued blessings in his life – that he would know You more deeply each day, and that he would grow to be a man who loves and serves You with all his heart.”
“Heavenly Father, thank you for blessing us with the special gift that is our son. We celebrate his life and all that he means to us on this special day.
We pray that You would bless him abundantly on his birthday and throughout the coming year.
Give him a deep love for You, Lord, and a desire to please You in all he does. Help him to grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with You and with others.
Surround him with godly friends, and may he have the courage to stand firm for what is right.
We pray that his life would be a testimony of Your faithfulness, Lord. May he always remember the Lord God’s goodness and mercy. In Jesus’ name, Amen”
“Good Lord, on my son’s birthday I thank you for giving me the best thing I have ever had, and pray that he would have a blessed birthday and a long life.
As he is a new year older today, I thank you for the memories of past year and pray this special prayer for my beloved son.
I ask that you grant him a happy life with true friends, true happiness, and an appreciation for God’s goodness in all things.”
“May Christ Jesus the Lord God Almighty shower his unconditional love and impart his divine wisdom and gifts of the holy spirit on you all the days of your life.”
Birthday Prayer For My Son
“My son, on your birthday I pray that you will grow in wisdom and knowledge, find success in the passions that bring you joy.
That your dreams and goals will become a reality, and most importantly, I pray that you will come to know Jesus more each day as your personal Lord and Savior.
I thank God for you today, my son! I am so grateful for the blessing you are in my life and I pray that your birthday is a happy and joy-filled one!”
Happy birthday, my son!
I pray that this year will be full of all the good things you hope for. May you be surrounded by those who love and support you in all your endeavors. May God bless you and keep you on this special day. Happy birthday!”
“Happy Birthday Son! On this special day of your birthday I give God praise for giving me such a good child who has grown into a great man, one who shows kindness to all, is a true problem solver, and my greatest source of joy.
You make me strive to be a better person every day and to life a healthy life to be here to see all of the great prosperity and see you accomplish all of the desires of your heart.”
Birthday Wishes for Son
Here are some birthday wishes for your son that will let him know just how much you love him and how proud you are of the young man he is becoming:
“On your birthday, I want you to know how much joy you’ve brought into my life. You are an amazing son, and I am so proud of the man you’ve become.
I am grateful for all the special moments we’ve shared together, and I am looking forward to all the happy memories we will make in the years to come.
May your birthday be a day filled with all the things that make you happy. I love you, my wonderful son, and I hope that this year brings you everything your heart desires. Happy birthday!”
“On this special day, I wish you all the happiness and success in the world. You’re my son, and I love you with all my heart.
May your birthday be filled with joy, and may all of your wishes come true. I’m so proud of the man you’ve become, and I can’t wait to see all the great things you’ll do in the years to come.
Happy birthday, son! I love you more than you could ever possibly know.”
“At this special time, I want to let you know how much you mean to me. You are the best son I could have asked for!
You always make me laugh and put a smile on my face. On your birthday, I wish you all the happiness in the world! love you always, Mom”
“Happy birthday, son! It feels like only yesterday you were born – and now you’re already a grown man. It’s hard to believe how fast the years have flown by.
I’m so proud of the man you’ve become, and I know that you’ll only continue to grow and accomplish great things in the years ahead. I hope that this year brings you all the happiness your heart can hold.
I love you, son – always remember that. And now, let’s get this birthday celebration started!”
“Happy Birthday Son! On this special day of your birthday I give God praise for giving me such a good child who has grown into a great man, one who shows kindness to all, is a true problem solver, and my greatest source of joy.
You make me strive to be a better person every day and to life a healthy life to be here to see all of the great prosperity and see you accomplish all of the desires of your heart.”
Birthday Messages for Son Who Lives Far Away
“Happy birthday, son! It doesn’t seem like it was that long ago when you were born, but time sure does fly! You’ve grown so much in the past year and it’s been amazing to watch you grow and learn.
I’m so proud of the young man you are becoming and I can’t wait to see all the great things you’ll do in the years to come. I hope your birthday is as special as you are, and that you have a day that’s filled with all the things you love most.
I love you more than you could ever possibly know, and I’m grateful for every moment we spend together. Have a birthday that’s as wonderful as you are, my son. I’ll see you soon!”
We hope that these birthday prayers for sons bring you comfort and joy on this special day. No matter how old your son is, he will always be your baby boy.
These prayers reflect the hope and love that you have for him as he continues to grow and make his mark on the world.
Blessings to you and your son on this special day!
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A Mother Knows Her Son
By Michele Meleen
My dear, sweet boy
I've seen it all
from your first kicks
to your first kiss.
You might think right now
you know it all,
but I've seen more of you
than you ever knew.
A Mother knows her son
better than anyone ever could
because I gave you life
and help you shine your light.
We Go Together Like Mother and Son
By Michele Meleen
Peanut butter and jelly,
moon and star,
these iconic pairings
can't compare to what we are.
We go together like mother and son
a match made in heaven.
We're stuck together
whether you're seven or eleven!
When two things fit
like the Earth and the sun,
they can only be
mother and son.
Son, I Owe All My Gray Hairs to You
By Kelly Roper
I had brown hair when you were born,
But that didn't last very long.
I owe my gray hairs to you, my boy,
And I'll remind you how I got each one.
Those gray hairs at my temples
All came from the time you went fishing
In your Daddy' expensive saltwater tank,
And some of those fish are still missing.
Those gray hairs along my hairline
Are not highlights I got from my beautician.
They appeared when you tore through the neighbor's garden
Like you were on a search and destroy mission.
That smattering of gray you see
Growing right out of my crown
Is a souvenir I got from that wedding
Where you hurled on the bride's fancy gown.
They say gray hair is a mom's badge of honor,
And that may very well be true,
But I wouldn't trade them for all the world,
If it meant one less second with you.
I Love You Son Poems
Poems and love quotes from a parent to a child, particularly a mother to a son, can have intense meaning in just a few words. Including the words "I love you son" in your poem can help turn it into a keepsake.
Haiku for My Newborn Son
By Kelly Roper
Soft sounds from your lips,
The scent of your skin so sweet,
Love you, precious boy.
I Love You Son
By Michele Meleen
I love you son
Like no one else
Only you and I
Verified love personified
Every single
Moment I'm with
You, I feel that love
Sensing you feel it too
Only a mother's love
Nourishes your soul
I'd Choose You Again, Son
By Kelly Roper
I may not be your mother by birth,
But you're my true son in my heart.
I chose to create this bond with you,
And no one can tear it apart.
I couldn't love you more even if
I had carried you in my own womb.
My heart's bursting at the seams with love,
And there simply isn't any more room.
I bless the woman who gave you life
And let you come to our family.
If I had to do it all over,
I'd choose you again as the son for me.
Inspirational Poems for a Son
Inspirational poems for a son from a mother can be the most powerful. Look for ways to express your pride or hopes and dreams for your son in a short poem.
Wishes for My Son
By Michele Meleen
If wishes were like seeds
on a dandelion in the yard,
I blow mine out on a breeze
for Mother Nature to safeguard.
I'd wish for my son
to be happy and free
like the bright burning sun
or a bird in a tree.
I'd wish for my son
to feel safe and loved
like man when life had begun
and the angels up above.
Prayers for My Son
By Michele Meleen
My son,
who art from Heaven
I gave you a strong name.
Your kingdom will come
as your work here is done
my own little piece of heaven.
I pray you give me each day
as a gift of love
and forgive me whenever I'm wrong.
I'm Proud of You Son
By Michele Meleen
I'm proud of you son
A mother's dream come so true
How I define love
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For My Son on Mother's Day
By Kelly Roper
You're the reason I'm a mother,
And it's a job I truly love.
And every morning when I wake,
I thank the good Lord above,
For giving me such a wonderful son
Who fills my heart with joy.
This might be my day, but I want you to know
I'm so glad that you're my boy.
Poems About Sons Growing Up From Mom
Whether you need a poem for a grown son on a special occasion like his wedding day or want to celebrate your son growing up, these poems about the passage of time can be tear-jerkers.
In Anticipation of Your Birthday, Son
By Kelly Roper
The cake is baked, the gifts are wrapped,
And the guests are about to arrive.
Eight boys will be revved up on sugar today.
Happy Birthday, son! I hope I survive!
From Kindergarten to Graduation
By Kelly Roper
I remember the sunshine that morning
When I took your little hand in mine.
Together we walked those few blocks to school
Where you went for the very first time.
I remember the unsure look on your face
As we entered the classroom door.
You tightened your grip on my hand because
You'd never been to school before.
I smiled at you to show it was okay,
And took you to meet your new teacher.
She told you it was going to be a great day,
But I don't think you really believed her.
I gave you a hug, we said our goodbyes,
And I walked toward the door to leave.
I looked back to see there were tears in your eyes,
And you wiped them away with your sleeve.
I worried the hours away that first day
Wondering how you were getting along.
Were you making friends, did you eat your lunch?
What if something had gone wrong?
The sad boy I left in the classroom
Wasn't the boy who met me at the school door.
You were grinning as you happily told me
You wouldn't be afraid of school anymore.
Now I'm here at your college graduation,
Remembering that long-ago day.
You've grown from a boy to an educated man,
And I'm prouder of you than I can say.
To My Son on His Wedding Day
By Kelly Roper
When I watch you on the altar today
As you take vows with your new wife,
Just know my heart's so filled with love,
As you embark on a brand new life.
Remember the lessons I've taught you
About respect, honor and faithfulness.
These virtues will guide and sustain you,
And ensure your marriage will be the best.
Mark Those Special Moments
You can use these poems in greeting cards, on scrapbook pages, on special occasions, or anytime you want to connect with your son. Simply choose the one that matches your mood or situation and present it in whatever way you like. Whether you want to say something heartfelt or employ a bit of humor, poems about family can help you do it. Life's short, so create moments you and your son can reminisce about in years to come.
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People have a lot to say about moms and motherhood in general. Some quotes are sweet and some are touching, but the ones that really hit home always have a ring of truth to them.
Sentimental Quotes to Share With Mom
Who loves your mom more than you? One of these quotes is bound to touch your heart as well as hers.
• "Everything I've learned that's worth knowing, I learned from my mother."
• "Moms are the most beautiful beings in the world."
• "No one has loved you like your mom and no one ever will. Her love is the purest of all."
• "The highest compliment I could receive is that I've turned into my mother. I can only hope!"
• "When I became a mother, it was then I knew what was in my mom's heart."
• "Nobody loves you like your mom. She's your best friend, your most honest critic, and your biggest fan all rolled into one."
• "A mother's love does not set with the sun. It blankets you all through the night."
• "My mother taught me more through her loving patience than I ever learned in school."
• "Looking into my mother's eyes is like looking into the depths of the universe. May her strength, her love, her devotion, her fears, and her spirit be reflected in mine."
• "No matter how old I get or how many children I have, I will always be my mother's child."
• "It was your mom's turn to carry you when you were young. It's your turn to carry her when she grows old."
• "No matter where I go, my mother's voice always brings me home."
• "The road home is paved with a mother's love. There is always a path back into her arms."
• "Mother, my greatest blessing is that you are mine. It is my honor to be called your daughter/son."
• "The most perfect love is that between a mother and child. It is unending."
• "Flowers in the field bow their blooms with awe in the presence of a mother. She is nature's blessing to all."
• "The smell of my mom's perfume; the sight of her garden's flowers; the melody of her favorite song. All these things bring me closer to her even when we are far apart."
• "I am nothing without my mother. She is the reason for everything I am and all that I will be."
• "My fondest memory of childhood? My mother."
• "A mother's tears can bring the world to its knees and her joy can cause celebration across the globe."
• "Great moms like you inspire their children to do, see, and be more."
• "Mom, you are my best friend and my mentor. I'm so proud to call you my mom!"
• "No one works harder than a mother. No one loves harder than a mother. No one can replace my mother!"
• "From the moment I was born, you showed me the way through this wonderful world. You taught me to see beauty in everything. I see the beauty in you, Mom."
Short Mom Quotes
• "Every day is special when I get to spend it with my mom."
• "A mother can hug you just with her smile."
• "Wishes are granted in a mother's heart."
• "So glad you're my mom!"
• "The sound of my mom's voice is the harmony to my melody."
• "Moms are the biggest blooms in the bouquet of life."
• "Loving my mother is my highest calling."
• "Moms are the most underappreciated overachievers."
• "No one is kinder or more caring than my mom."
• "A mother who values her children have children who value her."
Strong Mother Quotes
• "Knowing my mother walks beside me gives me the strength to weather any storm."
• "My mother is as strong as an oak that will never be felled."
• "My mother is my best friend and my first hero. She never fails to lift me up when I am down."
• "The soft touch from my mother belies her strength. Mom is a mighty woman who stands on her own two feet."
• "With my mother behind me, I can do anything. She gives me strength."
• "Moms do it all. They are counselors, teachers, bakers, managers, and cheerleaders, and they do it without breaking a sweat!"
• "It takes a strong woman to be a mom and an even stronger one to be MY mom!"
• "A mother's love is as soft as a bunny but as strong as an ox."
• "It doesn't matter how old you get. Your mother's fierce love is always going to be there to hold you up."
• "Mothers hold their children's burdens along with their hands. They are strong enough to do both."
• "A mother does not send you out into the world unprepared. She send you out with her love, her prayers, and her strength to guide you through."
• "The power of a mother's love is greater than any force on earth."
• "Mom, you are the most courageous person I know. The perseverance you showed during [insert difficult memory here] showed me how deep your strength runs. I will never forget what you did."
• "You'd never know the burdens on my mom's back, for she carries them all herself. She is fearless, independent, and strong. I hope to share her strength someday."
• "Show me the strongest person in the world and I'll show you my mother. No one can compete!"
• "A mother's love will push you to the edge of the ocean while holding you above it. Her fearless strength keeps the wind in your sails."
• "There's no safer haven than a mother's arms."
• "The strongest lock in the world cannot keep love out of a mother's heart."
• "Seeing the strength in my mom gives me hope for the future."
• "I see my mom's strength reflected in all she does. If I only have half of her nerve and a hint of her wisdom, I will rejoice!"
• "Mom, you've been my rock. Thank you for showing me your steadfast strength."
• "I don't need a knight in shining armor when my mother has given me her strength."
I Love You Mom Quotes
Tell mom you love her with these quotes that share your feelings, whether you are near or far. You could even personalize it with one of your favorite nicknames for mom.
• "I could spend eternity with my mom and that is still not enough time to tell my mother how much I truly love her."
• "From the moment I wake until the moment I dream is filled with my love for you, Mom."
• "My love for you, Mom, shines brighter than the sun."
• "The biggest regret I have is not hugging you more when I had the chance. Sending you hugs across the miles to make you smile!"
• "My heart is full knowing you are always cheering for me, Mom. I love that you're my biggest fan!"
• "Mom, you are more precious to me than all the treasure in the world."
• "I cherish every moment we spend together, Mom. They are the memories I hold dear to my heart."
• "Mom, there is no throne high enough or crown big enough to show the world how much you mean to me."
• "Being wrapped in your mother's arms is the greatest feeling in the world."
• "I am filled to the brim with love and it overflows every time I see you, Mom!"
• "It is without a doubt that no one adores their mom more than I adore you!"
• "Call me crazy, but if someone said I would turn out just like you, I'd be thrilled. I love everything about you, Mom!"
• "I couldn't have picked a better Mom than you. I love you more than anything!"
• "I love you more than all the frosting on a cupcake, Mom!"
• "Each time I hear your voice, I feel loved. You are the best!"
• "The love I have for my mom does not waver. It is bold and strong, just like her!"
• "I wish I could buy you all you deserve, Mom, but I will always have plenty of love for you!"
• "No one can take away the joy I feel, knowing that you're my mother."
Mom Quotes From Son
Mothers and sons are special. Share your special bond with these quotes:
• "Mom, thank you for being the first woman in my life. You'll always be the best one!"
• "You've helped me up when I fell, you've helped me learn when I struggled. You loved me more than a son deserves. I love you more than you realize!"
• "A son's love for his mother is eternal."
• "A mother knows her son will leave her house, but he will never leave her heart's home."
• "The bond between a son and his mother is stronger than a hurricane."
• "Mom, I know I've given you plenty of headaches. But it didn't matter whether it was my broken arm or my move across the country, I knew you'd always head my way if I needed you."
• "The guidance you gave me in life has only served to make me the man I am today."
• "Behind a happy, loving man is a warm, caring mother."
• "No one could [insert favorite activity with Mom] as well as you, Mom. Thank you for taking the time to teach me how to [do/say/play/make/create activity]."
• "I'm a better man because you were my mother."
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Mom Quotes From Daughter
Mothers and daughters share a close relationship.
• "I may be your princess, but you are the greatest queen, Mom."
• "Watching you has taught me more about being an independent woman than you'll ever know. Thank you for being my inspiration, Mom!"
• "You celebrated all of my successes and wept with all of my heartbreak. Mom, thank you for being the best mother a daughter could want."
• "If every daughter had you as their mother, the world would be a better place. But I wouldn't want to share you!"
• "Mom, you showed me how to be a mother myself. I can only hope my children have a childhood as amazing as mine. I'm so glad you're their grandma!"
• "Being your daughter is the best thing that ever happened to me."
• "A mother and daughter know each other's hearts like their own."
• "The most extraordinary bond is between a mother and daughter. The thread connecting them stretches over distance and time, never to break."
• "A great woman calls me daughter. I am humbled to be by her side in life."
• "A daughter's love for her mother is only outshone by her mother's love for her."
Famous Quotes About Mothers
Mothers have also been immortalized in literature, music and other forms of entertainment. Perhaps you're familiar with a few of these quotes.
• "Mothers are a special gift sent from God above. They bless us with their nurturing and fill us with their love." - Mothers Are a Special Gift by Faye Diane Kilday
• "To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow." - Maya Angelou
• "I need you, I need you here, I need you now. I cannot do this alone. I need my Mommy, and dammit, I don't care who knows it." - Gilmore Girls
• "...The angels, whispering to one another, can find, among their burning terms of love, none so devotional as that of Mother..." - To My Mother by Edgar Allan Poe
Let Mom Know You're Thinking of Her
Whether you include one of these quotes in a greeting card, copy a few on sticky notes and leave them at her house to find, or use one in a Mother's Day speech, one thing is certain. Every mom loves to be acknowledged, so take a few minutes to make your mom's day.
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