Another Year Wiser

(Verse 1)

Twelve candles burning bright today

Twelve chapters of a story we love

From your very first steps in the morning light

To the young man you’re becoming now

(Pre-Chorus)

We’ve watched you laugh, we’ve watched you grow

We’ve seen you rise every time you fall

And every year we love you more

Than we ever thought we could love at all

(Chorus)

Happy birthday, Luke, you’re twelve today

But it’s more than just another year

You’re not just older — you’re wiser now

And we couldn’t be more proud you’re here

From a boy into a young man strong

We’ve cherished every moment along the way

Happy birthday, Luke — keep shining on

The best is still ahead of you

(Verse 2)

We see it in the way you think

The way you choose your words with care

The way you hold your ground, the way you love

A quiet kind of strength that’s always there

(Pre-Chorus)

You didn’t just grow taller, son

You grew in heart and soul and mind

And everything the years have taught

Is written in the man we find

(Chorus)

Happy birthday, Luke, you’re twelve today

But it’s more than just another year

You’re not just older — you’re wiser now

And we couldn’t be more proud you’re here

From a boy into a young man strong

We’ve cherished every moment along the way

Happy birthday, Luke — keep shining on

The best is still ahead of you

(Bridge — softer, sincere)

We prayed for you before you had a name

We loved you before you knew our face

And every year you’ve shown us something new —

A grace, a gift, a light no one can replace

(Final Chorus — big finish)

Happy birthday, Luke, you’re twelve today

And we’re grateful for each year

You’re not just older — you’re wiser now

The finest thing we’ve done is have you here

From a boy into a young man strong

We’ll love you every moment all our days

Happy birthday, Luke — keep shining on

God made you wonderful in every way