Oak Ridge Boys - Thank God For Kids

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Music video by Oak Ridge Boys performing Thank God For Kids. (C) 1982 MCA Nashville

[@helenrogers1024]

I was driving our Special Needs daughter to school and talking with God. This road is hard and lately I am feeling guilty of needing more help with her and all these what if’s. Then this song came on the radio and I took it as a direct message that she is meant to be and it’s a gift. Thank God for Kids. Merry Christmas everyone!♥️🎄♥️

[@yevettebamber4273]

How are things now? My Grandson has "Non-Verbal autism" (He's now 13 and is a "Forever Boy"). My daughter has 5 kids, plus takes all kids who need her help, getting them to face their issues and go home. Ironically she is a "Special needs teacher. Some how she has put together a "Basketball League (321 Hoops it's successful and well known locally), and Kyle's Klub" once a week for special needs families to come and feel safe from all judgment. NOW before you think she figured out how turn 24hrs a day into 36hrs you should know she was born and raised on our lil home town Island and the Community support she has had her whole life, along with unbending support for Kyle Our "Beautiful Boy/ Forever Boy has been the big reason behind all this success. Without a good support system it's so damn hard. I hope you have applied for the grants that allow her to attended a school that is suited for her needs. Also find a support group like "Kyles Klub", if there is not then by God START ONE yourself!! Trust me one quick post on Facebook and you will be overwhelmed with others in the same boat as yours. It will change your life forever and make life a lot easier. It was scary at first, but as I said we are just LUCKY that because we are a fixture and well known in our community it has worked out for us. But she still falls apart at the fear of her own death if God takes her first. Our youngest (Karson since age 3 now 10) has always said....Don't cry Mommas (Yes with an S LOL), I will take good care of Kyle and he will live with me when I grow up if God takes you home first(Yeah we all fell apart and cry when he says that). I posted a youtube Vid of Kyle years ago ( Kyle Klender autism) if u would like to see it. But get that community support.

[@gavinmays1496]

It's getting hard on everyone but hang in there. It's almost time. Gods will be done!

[@justinmajors2872]

God bless you

[@lowellreimer4159]

Thx SO much for sharing this

[@timlimberg4766]

Always know your her hero! And a hero to a lot of us too!

[@amberhanson3320]

This song tells the 100% truth. My daughter will be 5 weeks old on Saturday. She's the best thing that has ever happened to me! I love her so much

[@stevenhathaway4218]

God bless our precious little children and we’re killing 111000 every year before they’re born God is going to pour his wrath on this nation like we’ve never saw it would be better to tie a millstone around your neck and jump in the ocean than hurt one of me little ones

[@havenxbmc]

Congratulations!! Take at least 2 pictures everyday. In a what will feel like a couple of years, it will be 20 years later and you'll have hundreds of photos. (also start a 529).

[@alexcampbell8264]

When I was little my dad would sing this song to my older sister and I while he played his guitar. Such beautiful memories I will forever cherish.

[@txbadgirl1]

Many years ago, after some medical issues and being told I may not beable to have kids, I could not listen to this...fast forward, and two wonderful kids later (absolutely no problems conceiving) I still can't listen to this without a few tears...and a prayer of thanks to the good Lord above

[@mewho7903]

i just so rarely see music this special these days. as i feel my fathers final days passing by to advanced vascular dementia, i am thankful he brought me up on beautiful music like this. the oak ridge boys and alabama were some of his favorites, and quickly became endeared by me as well. I am praying for you, Dad, and hope you get your mind back in Heaven. I love you.

[@eclecticgiraffe191]

Thinking of you. I grew up on the same music listening with my father. I lost him Dec 2019 and was not allowed to say goodbye. Was kept away by a cheating stepmother. My Dad was my best friend. My heart hurt for you reading your comment. Oh how a song can take you back to a moment in time and can bring you back to bittersweet precious memories that time and a hateful disease has robbed from you both. Praying your Dad will be made whole on the other side and that you will always have beautiful memories to cherish and that he will say hello to you in a song and in other special ways that only a child would recognize because a bond that special, a love that strong is one that transcends all time, distance and space. ❤️ Your father will send you hellos and I love yous All the time if you just keep your heart open to the magic. ❤️🌈🙏🏻

[@mewho7903]

@@eclecticgiraffe191 thanks. I lost him in December of 2020 and then my car broke down on the way to his funeral 7 months later, delayed by covid19 rules. Family didn't want to wait for me, and seems like most don't want to speak to me now, which makes it extra hard. What can you do. I just visit him on my own when I can, and hope he hears me from heaven.

[@mewho7903]

@@eclecticgiraffe191 also, condolences for the loss of your own father. I am sure he checks in and watches over you. "Well, I guess...it never hurts...to hurt, sometimes."🤗😇🙏

[@ezpzeee]

Me who-- Going through the same thing with my mother. Thank you. Almost cried, but still want to thank for your post. I know I'm not alone.

[@mewho7903]

@@ezpzeee thanks for your thoughts. Stay strong. All the best to you and yours.

[@musclecarluvr1]

Emotional song now/ I remember the days when they were this young...and the good times we all had. Where oh where does the time go??

[@joshuabrooks4907]

One of my favorite oak ridge boys songs.

[@whysoserious5635]

Kids these days will never understand how great their music was.

[@cooliostarstache5474]

"Kids these days will never [x]" Yes they do.

[@revacohen]

I sang this with my high school choir. During rehearsal, I cried because I was sure my mother didn't thank God for me. She always made me feel like I wasn't good enough. I don't want to make that mistake with any children I might have, and I will definitely thank God for them.

[@carrie8477cc]

Bless your sweet heart.❤😘 I'm so sorry you have these feelings. They truly are horrible.💔 My mother was barely present for most of my lifetime & when she was around, she made sure I knew she was disappointed in me. Not many things I can think of that are worse than being rejected by your own mother. My heart goes out to you. Please remember, you're SO much more than the way anyone sees you. You are loved & valued.❤

[@dj-dq4lr]

Ditto. Amen

[@katherinehalvorson8776]

I am so sorry .

[@JUSTMAR1E]

You are good enough. Much love to you and hugs !!!!

[@Heavenschild4Jesus]

Dear one, God loves you so much, as you are His child! And to be sure you will see Him in heaven, He sent Jesus, His Son, to die on the Cross, so when you say yes, I believe in Jesus, you will have your place there in heaven.❤ God bless you! You are loved❤✝️ 😊

[@TheAkumuKing]

This is my dad's favorite song because of us kids. His most precious thing in the world, besides grandma, is my sisters and I.

[@karenrich9092]

This song brings me to tears as I think about all the little cute ones I see every Sunday. I'm sure these guys must have kids of their own, which made this song happen.

[@shawnduncan5779]

This song makes me think of my dad and all of the memories and good times that we had together over the years. I lost him to cancer a little more than 9 and a half years ago. His memories and his love is still with me. I miss you dad. I love you very much

[@aplbomr79]

Never, never has there been a more beautiful song written. The Oak Ridge Boys are a treasure that few today truly hold dear. And all they proclaim is the Glory of God and the wonders of Children. I just hope my boys can find a connection to truly great music like my dad subjected me to. I love you dad, and I love you Landon and Thatcher!

[@garymcginnis5203]

This song is so perfect. 2 sons 5 grandkids. Thank God for blessing me

[@Denny_Dymes]

I love reading these Bible verses. Thanks everyone. Remember keep the faith.

[@mischellecragg8215]

My dad passed away January 16th 2014. This was one of his favorite songs. I miss him daily. He loved his children so much. I love you dad miss you like crazy. Would do anything to bring back some time.

[@Denny_Dymes]

My Dad passed away in 1991. He was only 55. I was 19 at the time. I will always miss my Dad.

[@kellyhughart2105]

My Dad passed away in April of 2018 after a 14 year battle with cancer. He was the best Dad a girl could ask for, and he was a great husband to my Mom. He is loved and missed so much! Dad, they don't make 'em like you any more. You were one of a kind.

[@jaxonv2098]

Wish my dad loved his kids but he only loves cars

[@Isabella-hp4jk]

@@Denny_Dymes saw

[@lorieboutwell3216]

One of the best songs of the 80s for them

[@pepperpascal1491]

One of my favorite tearjerkers.

[@Krautno13]

Such a true beautiful song!

[@mannyistheman2221]

+Krautno13 Also played during the Children's Miracle Network Telethon in Washington, DC in 1986

[@southernautorestorationllc743]

Thank you Oak Ridge Boys for some of the greatest music of my childhood. Growing up in the 70s momma always had the radio on and I loved hearing y'all sing. ❤❤❤

[@oneblessedman33]

I thank God every day for my 2 beautiful little girls....I am truly blessed..and there is nothing in this world more precious than a child

[@katiyoung7769]

I love these guys, I saw them in concert summer of 07 n boaz Alabama which is the 1st time I heard this song. it still makes me tear up..... great job guys... ITS HARD TO BE COOL IN A MINI VAN!!!!!! LOL

[@TamMoo1977]

Every Christmas morning my mama would play this song when I was kid. Memory I'll always cherish! I love you mama! 💜🥰

[@patearly9492]

These guys know the Beauty and the value of kids in this song! God bless everyone and happy Easter

[@chuckhillier1682]

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[@Isabella-hp4jk]

@@chuckhillier1682 what

[@michaeltucker1591]

A special gift from God almighty. Me a mommy love you Rylie. We are truly blessed to have you..

[@RickyAllen]

One of the best songs in the world. Kids are what seems to make the sun shine on the darkest days

[@shawndowdy7697]

I thought I loved being "DAD" this beautiful song is all about being my favorite kind of man … GRANDPA!

[@kimkochel6754]

Thank God for my "Great " niece, Quinn and "Great "nephew, Cooper. Greetings from Canada. 🇨🇦❤🌹

[@Bills724]

i love this song i have a almost 2 year old so when i have a bad day and i come home and he yells dad and runs up and hugs my legs everything melts away

[@dj-dq4lr]

Sweet

[@donaldgamble7806]

Oh how true huge em while you got em We lost one and it hurts us all.

[@lorennicholls5788]

Thank God for my twin nieces!! Love them!!

[@brandoninglin7566]

And Thank god for grandkids to ‼️💯

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Amen! My sister killed herself many years ago, I have taken her 4 kids under my wing, they all have Holidays and I love the fun we have! God Bless them all!

[@kevinmiller1985]

@@rhondaboncutter5812 The Boys added the grandkids part later..

[@garima15]

This song is so soothing to my ears ❤

[@Isabella-hp4jk]

What

[@rogerantle578]

This..... 💯

[@MickeySightings]

This song is on a whole other level.

[@davidg.9932]

Happy 73rd Birthday and many more, Joe Bonsall born May 18, 1948. Your vocals are one of the best in all country music..

[@trevsmusicchannel8958]

I love this song.

[@Saints72023]

I am so thankful for my daughters and other kids. I have been surely blessed by the Lord to have them in my life.

[@patkempo]

This was beautiful. now look look at music and more importantly the things kids look up to now a days

[@DaveWollenberg]

The Oaks hit #3 on ACC, 1-29-83. God bless y'all, Oaks!

[@michaelcrook5987]

My wife and I went to her doctor's this morning to confirm....we're having a baby after trying a long time due to medical issues. My immediate thought was this song. You can best believe we're going to raise him or her knowing that we love her, and most definitely we thank God for kids.

[@n2091m]

This is truly a special song. i have loved this song for 30 years and catch myself singing it even to this day just out of the blue. I don't know what i would do without my 2 kids

[@Hope4aMiracle]

Love this song! This was on our family Christmas album growing up and will be on mine now that I have kids of my own. Thanks for having it here :)

[@duckigrrl]

This one makes me cry every single time.

[@garima15]

Now I understand the meaning of " Old is Gold"💛

[@georgew.spradlin8333]

I remember when this was released and it has Always been a song that will be one of my favorites and the video makes it more memorable.

[@lazycat3562]

My Dad played this song a lot when we were kids. I think of him every time I hear it. He never stopped loving helping kids. He was active in Operation Christmas Child. He died almost 3 years ago in October of 2018. But he loved seeing Kids smile. I think of him when hear this song

[@allie2005eagle]

I'm am so thankful for every minute I have with my Kids.

[@mpr4christ1980]

This song came to mind after watching "Sound of Freedom" this morning. What a powerful and heartbreaking movie about child sex trafficking in Mexico and the United States and how God used Mr. Tim Ballard to rescue the children.

[@honeybee1969tc]

One of my favorite songs. I seen the Oak Ridge Boys@Walhalla Performing Arts last week. They were awesome. I just love em! Can't wait until I can see them again.

[@rsgoodmm]

My class sang this song to our parents when I was in 2nd grade. I’m 48 yrs old now, and remember the words like we performed yesterday.

[@keyonsnoel6653]

Damn right-DAMN RIGHT!!!!!

[@enochia]

I always say children are the most perfect, most pure and most innocent people on earth. They make me feel pure joy. They deserve all the good things of life. The closest thing to God and heaven, is a child ❤️ I would do anything to protect them

[@taracolwart3663]

Bawling my eyes out re-listening to this tonight❤.

[@amandastakeonit7402]

When I was a kid I heard this song, I remember believing that children were important to them, lovable. I grew up invisible to my mom. Non existant to the guy that helped create me. I remember feeling someone loved me!

[@aj.mcgowan5593]

My daughter Bethany whom I've never seen contacted me on Facebook yesterday. We chatted for a while and it was more than I had hoped for. I went to bed and awoke the next morning with her on my mind. I have always loved this song but today it has an entirely different meaning. Thank God for Kids....

[@rosannaflynn4070]

Thank God for kids they are a blessing this song is so true

[@tracymaragh483]

I love this song

[@HEIDIBrayInMaine]

This song is the reason I stopped the cycle of abuse in my family and I have two perfect miracles and every child around me knows me as aunty Heidi whether we are related or not ... Every child is a miracle and this changed everything for me coming from a home with a pedophile for a father and a mama who was raised by abusive drunks who never drank and did her best but never knew the monster she married until it was too late ... My mama is in heaven now and I know she's so proud of me because I stopped the cycle for good and forever

[@chris2302]

I'm a very proud Uncle of two nieces and a nephew and I thank God for them and love them with all my heart. They've always been and always will be very special to me.

[@FredPickett]

One of the best Groups We ever had/Such good harmony.

[@berdene76]

For my children that I love dearly. God protect and bless them. Amen

[@andrewmielke4011]

Thank God for kids is my favorite oak ridge boys song

[@katherinehalvorson8776]

I have always loved this song. I heard it for the first time in along time. I love this band

[@lionelmcnaughton7942]

we know this earth is blessed by God

[@p.b7031]

Best Christmas song ever.

[@helenedmonds8928]

My world revolves around my kids! Beautiful song!

[@davidgainey3448]

My all time favorite Oak Ridge Boys song.

[@poeboy2]

I hope that every parent, step parent and adoptive parent feels this way about the kids they are raising. I hope they never abuse a child and if they do that they'll stop it and get help before it is too late.

[@garima15]

This melody is heaven.. ❤♡♡

[@mattheweubanks6163]

thank God for nephews as well

[@ryoamora8655]

And nieces, too

[@lazycat3562]

I have two of them and wouldn't trade them for anything thing

[@lazycat3562]

@@ryoamora8655 I agree there. I have a cute little niece myself.

[@foxspurplelolli4318]

I was unable to have children but I was blessed with 9 nieces and nephews and then 21 great great nieces and nephews . They don’t have to be yours to live them. Here’s hoping some will come visit me in the nursing home one day.

[@thomasshort1784]

@@foxspurplelolli4318 I agree completely with your second paragraph! Not everybody is cut out to be a parent. Hence the sad reality of child abuse!😠 Nevertheless, those parents who REALLY try their best with their children, God bless them for it! I can't say enough good things about those type of parents. That said, on the bright side of things, while I'm childfree myself, I DO have nieces and nephews that I love to death! Like Mr. William Lee Golden said, thank God for kids.

[@cindypruitt9534]

God I was ten years old when this song came out. All those kids in that video are way into their 40s. I am happy that youtube exists because you never hear these songs on the radio anymore.

[@dustinnielson1946]

I grew up to the oak ridge boys and I love them

[@jenniferbaxter8877]

WONDERFUL SONG. I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH. WAY TO GO OAK RIDGE BOYS.

[@SyMoane75]

I LOVE this song! Brings me back to memories of laying down in my mom's car when I was little. She loved country music and I remember this song playing on the radio.

[@StephanieGibbs-q6e]

My boys are my everything ❤

[@candomanrw]

You guys babysitted me at the SHOWBOAT CASINO LAS VEGAS. 9 YEARS OLD. The security guard kept chasing me away and your music kept me coming back Elvira was my favorite song. You guys told the security guard to leave me alone . I lost the autographs you gave me I wish I could get them back. I bowled 54 games of bowling at the casino bowling alley. Good thing my mother was winning. Sadly I lost my mother Sept 12th 2018. She loved your song EVERYDAY

[@bldlightpainting]

"Then He (Jesus) said, "I tell you the truth, unless you turn from your sins and become like little children, you will never get into the Kingdom of Heaven." -Matthew 18:3

[@stinkydroolface]

John 3:15-18 That whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life…

[@rayzaffarese8088]

stinkydroolface For by grace you have been saved through faith and that not of yourselves it is the gift of God lest any man should boast Ephesians 2:8-9

[@mikeellis623]

Amen.

[@lindacarbone9576]

Amen

[@Isabella-hp4jk]

Amen

[@chattnwjewelz67]

One of god's greatest gifts to us all, nothing more precious and innocent. When i hug my kids i let them know each and every day how much they are loved and how grateful I'am that God sent them to me. This goes for all my grandchildren as well. I love this song, brings tears to my eyes everytime. Thanx go out to You-Tube for such a wide variety of songs that made it possible for me to hear this song and many others anytime.

[@lovstormyweather]

I love this song and the Oakridge Boys, and have for over 25 years

[@trppey66]

I just had to hear this song. Still getting over the shock and sadness over the lost of those 20 nearest things to heaven, who are now in heaven. Please dear God, grant them Your love in the mercy where You dwell. Amen.

[@woodbrassandglass]

miss the 80s...

[@rosannaflynn4070]

I used to listen to this song when I little now I have a son this song is so true I proud of being a mom

[@KevinBenecke]

Cherish your kids while they are young because before you know it, they'll be grown and gone.

[@brendarico715]

❤Thank you Lord❤

[@melphillips2085]

You can never never EVER buy the love of a child

[@patriciaharvey4672]

Mel Phillips Amen to that; a child’s love is so innocent and priceless

[@lindacarbone9576]

Amen

[@654zns]

It is so true. And it is up to adults like us to encourage children to believe in everything and love life, and never lose faith in themselves.

[@jamesjurkowski3365]

I have 3 kids that are grown adults I would not give up that feeling , Love and Blessing for all the wealth in the world. ⚓

[@rachelgreene7956]

This is awesome at Christmas.

[@amandareiss8649]

This was produced 6 years before I was born and has now I have two boys .. definitely thank God for kids

[@shannonbrooks8834]

Didn't have a reason too be here... Then came my kids. Thank you Jesus....

[@maryjopaolinelli4193]

It's a Great Song....one of favorite ☺️💟

[@amandareiss8649]

This song was made 6 years before I was born but I love it!! Thank you Lord for my Mason and Nicholas 😍😘

[@kevico2]

Thank you, thank you for posting!

[@bethlynn736]

The greatest gift humanity has ever gotten is children!

[@melphillips9406]

beth lynn Damn right and Amen to that

[@ellencoulter9279]

Beautiful song.

[@dovelady1024]

zoey this goes out to my grand kids one day when you kids get older they do look up there realtions im miss my grand kids same with little alex and rylee and makuz and rien coy and eric and allyana i love you all maryy christmas from the bottom of my heart you guys still have christmas presant from last year thanks bard fore bringing rylee over

[@vince065us]

This is a timeless classic.

[@jamiesvinylhideaway54]

Very nice song. I just heard someone sing it at the Nashville Symphony last night.

[@russtredih]

I have two precious babies of my own and this song always brings me to tears!

[@jeffcroweii4095]

I'm 48 and have no kids but all my friends children call me Uncle Jeff. This one song that makes my tear up everytime I hear it. There's nothing like the love of a small child.