A mentor taught me years ago the beauty of affirmation. You know…..telling someone the character qualities that stand out to you. Building them up through words of encouragement. It’s not flattery because the focus is not on complimenting but on speaking positive truth into someone’s life for the purpose of identifying what God is doing in that person. It’s like a verbal “Amen” to the things God is doing in that person.
So over a good ole’ country breakfast this morning we did that for our son. Aunts, Uncles, Grandmother, Mom and Dad all spoke over him with words of encouraging truth. And from the grin on his face I think it’s safe to say that even teenagers (maybe especially teenagers?) are never too old for affirmation.
Happy Birthday Mitchell. We love you so much and are so thankful God created you for his glory. He strategically planned long ago – before you were even born – to place you in our home. And we feel so blessed to call you our son. Your father and I are proud of you and we know God will continue to work out his plan in you.
I was filming so I didn’t get on the video but my words to Mitchell included his willingness to stand for Truth even when it’s hard. He’s had several experiences this year to stand up for Truth and has done so with great courage. I also love the compassion he shows to others.
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