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Today is a truly special weekend, and I have three wonderful reasons to celebrate—along with a little internal struggle to share. 🎉✨

First, Happy Father’s Day to all our dads. We love and honor (honour, for all of my UK friends) you today.

Dad and me in 1966

Secondly, yesterday Kenneth and I celebrated 11 years of marriage—a journey filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished moments. 🤍 Looking back, I see our marriage as a beautiful story of God’s faithfulness. Proverbs 3:5-6 has been our anchor: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” His grace has been woven through every season—late-night talks, moments of disappointment, and times of pure joy. One day, I’ll share the full story of how Kenneth and I first crossed paths—mutual friends and a prophetic word—but that’s for another time.

Thirdly, I am proud to share that Kenneth has been awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) by HRH King Charles, as part of this year’s birthday honors list, in recognition of his outstanding commitment to the community. His impactful work in the care home sector and dedication to improving the lives of older people have made a real difference. His service also includes serving on the boards of over eight Christian charities and various local churches.

Humblebragging? Maybe. Honestly, I’m bursting with joy for my husband, but as a believer raised to fight pride, I’ve wrestled with whether to share this. So, I ask myself: Is celebrating bragging? Or is it better to keep quiet? Here are some thoughts:

Proverbs 27:2 says, “Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.” We’re called to accept praise graciously and to give glory to God, recognizing that our stories are testimonies of His goodness, not trophies for our achievements. John Chrysostom, a 4th-century Church Father, taught that “Let us not seek our own glory, but the glory of our brethren, and we shall find both their good and our own. For when we seek the good of others, we cannot fail to find our own.” Supporting and celebrating others’ God-given gifts fosters love and growth within the community.

But pride is a subtle and dangerous sin for Christians, often deceiving us into thinking we’re self-sufficient and forgetting God’s grace. Proverbs 16:18 warns, “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” To stay humble, we must continually acknowledge that everything we have and are is by God’s mercy.

Regular prayerful reflection, giving glory to God, and serving others selflessly help keep pride at bay. Scripture reminds us to magnify God’s goodness—Psalm 115:1 says, “Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory.” Milestones, whether shared publicly or kept private, are opportunities to honor others and reflect His love. Romans 12:10 urges us: “Honor one another above yourselves.” I’ve seen how quiet service often inspires faith and strengthens community. When we lift others up, we mirror His heart. Amy Carmichael, a 20th-century missionary, said, “If I am content to let my friend shine, and if I am glad when his light is brighter than mine, then I am walking in the way of love.” Her life exemplified humility and selfless support, demonstrating that true joy comes from celebrating others’ successes without feeling diminished.

Kenneth often reminds me—and everyone around him—that he works before an audience of One. His motivation in business is his way of serving Christ faithfully, knowing that God sees everything. Matthew 6:4 says, “Your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” This divine perspective keeps him humble and focused.

And of course, no matter where we stand on these topics, there is one person I can always share about: Jesus Christ. His life, death, and resurrection have transformed everything for me. He commanded believers in Matthew 28:19-20 to “go and make disciples of all nations,” a call we should never ignore. His sacrifice, love, and power are the greatest stories of all time, and I am forever grateful to be part of His story. His life is the ultimate reason I celebrate, share, and proclaim His goodness boldly—because He’s the only true Savior who has conquered death and offers eternal life. Galatians 6:9 encourages us, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” And Matthew 25:21 reminds us: “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Our faithfulness, whether seen or unseen, is stored up in heaven.

Congratulations again to all our dads, to Kenneth, and to everyone reading this who has shown kindness in honoring the Lord and others. Your good deeds do not go unnoticed. My challenge to you this week is to reflect on how God has been faithful in your life. Consider doing a secret act of kindness, trusting that God sees and will reward, or share someone’s faithfulness to lift His name higher. Ultimately, it’s about keeping Jesus at the center of our success.

P.S. I looked into it, and this award is given solely to the individual—it doesn’t extend to their spouse. So, my next blog will focus on how to guard against resentment. 🙂

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