Intro
Celebrations with shouting in distinctly, whistling, ululating etc
Verse 1
We thank the Lord for this glad day
He brought us joy along the way
He made our hopes shine bright today
Now listen as we say
Chorus
Respect and peace will help love grow
Humility will help it flow
Forgiveness is the salt of love
A merry heart crowns it all
Verse 2
We thank our son, so brave and true
True manhood now is seen in you
Its strength is grace in all you do
Now listen as we say
Chorus
Respect and peace will help love grow
Humility will help it flow
Forgiveness is the salt of love
A merry heart crowns it all
Verses 3
If pride should be the path you choose
You’ll lose your peace and sing the blue
You’ll seek for counsel, sad, confused
Now listen as we say
Chorus
Respect and peace will help love grow
Humility will help it flow
Forgiveness is the salt of love
A merry heart crowns it all
Verse 4
And daughter, walk in godly way
Bring joy and peace into each day
Treat him with honor, come what may
Now listen as we say
Chorus
Respect and peace will help love grow
Humility will help it flow
Forgiveness is the salt of love
A merry heart crowns it all
Verse 5
Forgiveness is the salt And daughter, keep this wisdom near
Make friendship grow from year to year
A home that laughs will persevere
Now listen as we say
Final Chorus
Respect and peace will help love grow
Humility will help it flow
Forgiveness is the salt of love
A merry heart crowns it all
