Oh, we lift our hands today
For a blessing in the house
It was a day marked in the history of light
November sixteenth, everything was bright
Nineteen eighty-two, a star began to rise
God placed a purpose right before our eyes
Edwin Hatembo, a man of faith and grace
We see the goodness written on his face
Through all the seasons, through the sun and rain
God has kept him, shielding him from pain
Oh, let the bells ring out for Edwin Hatembo
Celebrating life, everywhere we go
From eighty-two, he's walking in the truth
With wisdom in his heart and spirit of his youth
Yes Lord, we praise Him for this special day
Edwin Hatembo, in a mighty way
Forty-two years of walking by the Word
His prayers have ascended, his cry was heard
From the morning sun to the evening shade
God is the foundation that he has laid
Edwin Hatembo, your legacy is strong
In the house of Zion, you truly belong
Thank You Jesus for the path he’s trod
Walking in the favor and the grace of God
Oh, let the bells ring out for Edwin Hatembo
Celebrating life, everywhere we go
From eighty-two, he's walking in the truth
With wisdom in his heart and spirit of his youth
Yes Lord, we praise Him for this special day
Edwin Hatembo, in a mighty way
Glory, glory, the heavens are singing
Joy to the soul, the bells are all ringing
We lift up a name that the Lord has blessed
Edwin Hatembo, he passes the test
Praise Him, praise Him, shout it out loud
Standing so tall, standing so proud
May the years ahead be better than the past
With blessings that arrive and blessings that last
Edwin Hatembo, keep looking to the light
Keeping your vision and your future bright
Amen to the favor, amen to the peace
May your testimonies continue to increase
We thank You Father for this gift of life
Cutting through the darkness just like a knife
Oh, let the bells ring out for Edwin Hatembo
Celebrating life, everywhere we go
From eighty-two, he's walking in the truth
With wisdom in his heart and spirit of his youth
Yes Lord, we praise Him for this special day
Edwin Hatembo, in a mighty way
Happy birthday to you, Edwin Hatembo
We love you, we celebrate you
Glory to God, yes Lord
Amen, amen, forevermore