Celebrating a son’s birthday is a special occasion that not only marks another year of life but also serves as a beautiful reminder of the blessings and responsibilities that come with parenthood. These verses from the Bible can help express your love, guidance, and hopes for his future. They provide wisdom and encouragement as he grows and navigates the world.
This collection of 30 Bible verses is perfect for reflecting on your son’s journey and the principles that can navigate his path. Each verse offers insights into character, faith, and the joys of relationships, making them ideal for sharing on his special day or incorporating into heartfelt wishes.
Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, and give attention to know understanding.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward.
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.
For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.
Since you were precious in My sight, you have been honored, and I have loved you.
For this child I prayed, and the LORD has granted me my petition which I asked of Him.
And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord.
Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.
My son, hear the instruction of your father, and do not forsake the law of your mother.
And when Esau lifted up his eyes and saw the women and children, he said, “Who are these with you?” Jacob said, “The children whom God has graciously given your servant.”
Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.
The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is the grief of his mother.
All your children shall be taught by the LORD, and great shall be the peace of your children.
Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven.
I thank my God upon every remembrance of you.
A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother.
May our sons in their youth be like plants, full grown, our daughters like corner pillars cut for the structure of a palace.
And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children…
The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn His face toward you and give you peace.
Children’s children are the crown of old men, and the glory of children is their father.
If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!
As you know how we exhorted, and comforted, and charged every one of you, as a father does his own children, that you would walk worthy of God…
His descendants will be mighty on earth; the generation of the upright will be blessed.
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights…
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Hear, my son, and receive my sayings, and the years of your life will be many.
Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the LORD your God is giving you.
Famous and Strong Quotes about a son on his birthday
A father is not an anchor, but a sail for his son.
Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life's longing for itself.
The noble man experiences the child as an apostle of truth.
These thoughts may come in solitude, but they are born for companionship.
Don't worry that children never listen to you; worry that they are always watching you.
A Special Prayer for Our Son on His Birthday
Dear Heavenly Father,
Today, we come before You with grateful hearts as we celebrate our son’s birthday. Thank You for the gift of his life, for the joy he brings us, and for the unique purpose You have woven into his being.
On this special day, we pray that You bless him abundantly. May Your love surround him and Your wisdom guide him throughout the coming year. Help him to grow in grace, strength, and understanding. Fill him with joy and laughter each day, and bless his friendships and connections.
May he always feel Your presence in his life, reminding him that he is never alone. Teach him to follow Your path and to embrace the opportunities that come his way. Inspire him to shine his light in this world, reflecting Your love and kindness to others.
As he blows out the candles and makes a wish, let his heart be filled with faith and hope for the future. Protect him and keep him safe, Lord, as he ventures into the next year of his life.
In Your precious name, we pray,
Amen.