The Flower God Has Grown

Lyrics

[Verse 1] From an island where the ocean sings, Born beneath the summer sky, A July child with faithful wings, Learning early how to fly. Through the ups and downs of years, You held on and wiped your tears. [Chorus] Oh, we thank you, thank the Lord above, For a mother built of grace and love. Every prayer you whispered in the night, Kept us standing in the light. Hallelujah, hear us sing, For all the joy and hope you bring. [Verse 2] You worked your hands until they ached, Three young boys to feed and raise, Lurris, Sheldon, Quincy — never break, You stood beside them all your days. You opened doors when others closed, Gave your home, your heart, your clothes. [Chorus] Oh, we thank you, thank the Lord above, For a mother built of grace and love. Every prayer you whispered in the night, Kept us standing in the light. Hallelujah, hear us sing, For all the joy and hope you bring. [Bridge] Iris, you're the flower God has grown, A God-fearing woman, never alone. Seven grandchildren, five more to hold, A family gathered, worth more than gold. [Verse 3] So on this day we lift you high, Iris, blessed and dearly loved, Let this celebration touch the sky, A gift sent gently from above. Enjoy the life, the finer things, And feel the love your family brings. [Chorus] Oh, we thank you, thank the Lord above, For a mother built of grace and love. Every prayer you whispered in the night, Kept us standing in the light. Hallelujah, hear us sing, For all the joy and hope you bring. [Outro] Happy birthday, Iris, precious soul, Your love has always made us whole. Thank you, mother, thank you still, Rest in faith and in His will.