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Christine's avatar

Those parts of our hearts that are like a ‘horror movie of disinterest and self -protection’. Wow that struck hard. My mum died 3 1/2 weeks ago and I’m shutting everything out right now abc it’s so comforting to know that God accepts everything- even the dark/ cold parts ❤️

Cheryl Taylor's avatar

Thank you.

Geri's avatar

Whoa! Again you share what I deeply need. Not having to pretend. God wanting our whole heart, no matter what. Thank you Nadia! I appreciate the work you do in yourself which allows you to share these words of grace with us.

Katie Anne's avatar

Beautiful. Thank you ♥️

Jill Engelmann's avatar

Your message really touched my heart and brought loving tears to my eyes. Thank you so much.

Kathleen Hawley's avatar

Beautiful message! Love the poem(?) at the end, just what I needed this Ash Wednesday.

Susan's avatar

Nadia,

I am Chris (Chaka) S’s mother-in-law ( well I’m the mom of his long time partner). I just have to say your posts keep me going and lift up my spirits during this dark, dark time…..I mean unbelievably, they get darker every day! I’m praying that ears will open as you travel & preach to those that need you. I am very thankful to have found you ( though Chris has been much too casual in reference to you or maybe, I just wasn’t listening) . Anyway, May God bless you and keep you safe. We will meet down the road. Keeping you in my heart, Sue

Nadia Bolz-Weber's avatar

I love that Chaka! Glad you’re here, Susan. Thanks for the note

Brian Rodman's avatar

Finally got to see you live tonight in Louisville. Nadia, you have no idea how much you helped heal mine and my sister-in-law's souls tonight. The songs were like a healing balm and I don't think I'll ever forget the quote, "dominant power is not the same thing as Ultimate Power." Thank you 🙏❤️

Nadia Bolz-Weber's avatar

Thank you for being there! What a sweet night.

Brian Rodman's avatar

It truly was. I started my prayer time today with, "Come, Come, Wherever You Are". I had never heard it before last night. I'll certainly be singing it for the rest of my life 🤘

Connie Baker Wolfe's avatar

You nailed it. Amen and thank you!

Jeremy Brett's avatar

Oh my gosh, that was beautiful, Nadia - the perfect distillation of the love of truth.

Cmcl's avatar

I always thought Lent was for remembering what a screw up you are. And somehow you give something up for awhile so God knows that you really do want to be better so She shouldn't give up on you yet.

Thank you for this.

Abby Blackmon's avatar

My husband has challenged me to write something every day through this Lenten season. The question that came to me over the past few days is: what do I believe? The answer, in its simplest (ha!) form is: God = Love.

CJMA/Cindy's avatar

Bloody profound! Thank you! So many great lines!