Happy 30th Birthday
Today my husband turns 30. The big 3-0. Sometimes, when I think about what he has already accomplished in his life, I can't believe he's just turning 30. I feel so blessed to be married to such a man. He's an amazing husband, father, and leader. Whenever he is nervous about his sermon, I always reassure him that his worst message is better than most preacher's best message. And I mean it. And the best part about his preaching is that he practices what he preaches.
A few weeks ago, the boys and I went to the office to shoot this video.I thought you all would enjoy it too.
If you would like to give him a little birthday love, leave a comment. I'll be reading them to him all day.
I have 3 minutes for it to still b your official birthday!!!! So, Happy Birthday Pastor. What a difference you are making in so many lives, especially our teens :) We are truely blessed to have found Elevation and you! I hope your day was wonderful.
Posted by: The Belks | February 19, 2010 at 11:59 PM
Happy Birthday Pastor!!!
I was lucky enough to be at the Thursday night service celebrating Elevation and you.
You were so right to say that we would not be able to tell our story without you. And I say that about most of my family members and myself.
I pray for you and Holly and the boys that God will continue to use you to spread his word and that your family will remain strong when you truly need to be.
Happy Birthday and Many Blessings.
The Marsicano Family
Posted by: Marie Marsicano | February 19, 2010 at 10:06 PM
Please tell Pastor Happy Birthday from all of us at the Holland house. It is an honor and a blessing to get to serve with your guys! As Pastor would say it, " The best is yet to come!"
Posted by: Rickell | February 19, 2010 at 10:04 PM
Happy Birthday, Rev! May the Lord continue to bless you, your family and Elevation.
Posted by: Beverly Brown | February 19, 2010 at 09:13 PM
Happy Birthday Pastor Steven!!!! My husband and I have been married about 7 months now and our relationship really grew when we started going to Elevation together about a year and half ago. The church has changed the way we act as Christians. We love Elevation! We truly enjoy your sermons and it's so nice to have a pastor that leads by example! I hope you and your family have a great time celebrating 30 years young!
Posted by: Amber Mize | February 19, 2010 at 06:38 PM
Happy birthday!!
Your kids are just way too adorable!!
Can't wait to get back down to Elevation--was there over 2yrs ago & did Backstage Elevation--awesome. Excited about what God has done & continues to do through Elevation!!
Posted by: Rindy Walton | February 19, 2010 at 04:13 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PASTOR!!!
Hope you are having a GREAT DAY!!
Thinking of you and praying for God's Blessings for you!!! Love and Hugs! Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | February 19, 2010 at 01:49 PM
Happy Birthday Pastor!! So honored to be under your leadership. Thank you for everything you do. I'm excited to see what God has next for Elevation!
1 Samuel 14:7 "I am with you heart and soul."
Posted by: Christy Collins | February 19, 2010 at 11:02 AM
Another birthday wish from the UK, and we too would love to visit Elevation one day - or maybe you should come to the UK!!! Have a great celebration!
The Holliday's, Kent, England.
Posted by: Debs | February 19, 2010 at 10:29 AM
Holly, what a CUTE video of you and the boys!!
And...
Happy Birthday Pastor Steven! God has used you in AMAZING ways to reach millions! Since I've been going to Elevation I've seen and experienced what a real relationship with Jesus Christ is and means. I have grown so much in my relationship with God! God's put a vision and a calling on my life and Elevation has helped me embrace it and develop a passion for serving Christ and relying on Him fully for everything. I'm only 18 and I am so blessed to know God has a huge plan and purpose for me that I couldn't even begin to imagine. I know God put me at Elevation for a reason and now I see why. What a great place to be and a great Pastor to have to prepare me to do His work as well in the future! We love you!
Posted by: Kim Wheeler | February 19, 2010 at 09:29 AM
Dear Pastor Furtick,
Happy Birthday from England!
Thank you for taking risks in your life and wasting no time in advancing God's Kingdom. My boyfriend and I see you and beautiful Holly as role models (he works for church and is endlessly quoting you, while I'm at university so all your college stories really fortify me.) We are both continually inspired by your dedicated persistency, ferocious spirit and integrity. Thank you Holly for supporting your husband so faithfully and for all the sacrifices that you've made as a family to see Elevation Church blossom. We've never been to Elevation but it is on our list of things to do before we die-your ministry is a blessing far beyond the city walls of Charlotte.
Praying for your family that the next decades in your life will be filled with accelerated growth, outrageous vision, daring adventures and lavish blessings on your family and church.
Happy Birthday and God Bless you mightily,
Love Heather and Benji (Reading, UK)
Posted by: Heather | February 19, 2010 at 09:25 AM
30 might feel old, when PF thinks back on all that he HAS accomplished thus far. But think about all that is to come, all that is TO BE accomplished, and 30 will feel young again.
The happiest of birthdays to the best pastor ever. Your city, your church, your friends LOVE you!
Posted by: The Howard Family | February 19, 2010 at 08:32 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PASTOR!!!
Posted by: kem | February 19, 2010 at 08:25 AM
Happy Birthday PF! Our family cannot begin to put into words what you and your family mean to us, (even though you don't even know us). We are astounded by your impact on us and the world. We pray for you daily and are eternally grateful for the gift God has given us in you. Many blessings to you on the big 3-0.....can't wait to see what the next 30 bring to you and to Elevation! Have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Heather Garfield | February 19, 2010 at 08:23 AM