True Colors

This song (True Colors) was written by a queer Christian who didn’t have a great experience in their church. It’s a lot about the new freedom there is on the outside - and letting go of the unhealthy parts of religion. As you listen, ask yourself what line resonates most with you and why. Then maybe talk that through with Jesus afterwards.

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True Colors (Come Thou Fount) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2r1LG42WcQ
Alanah Sabatini

I was lost in utter darkness
I was trapped in toxic shame
I was bound by my religion
Till I chose to break away
Now I'm finding my true colors
For the first time I feel free
Now I'm learning self-compassion
As I heal I'm finding peace

I kept others at a distance
Those who lived life differently
Saw the world in right or wrong
But they're all humans just like me
I stepped out and love expanded
"Us and Them" melted away
Beauty found in every difference
As I listen, I'm amazed

I saw danger in my questions
I took captive all my thoughts
Certainty was my salvation
Till I questioned what was taught
Now my eyes are wide in wonder
Mind set free now to discern
I might not have all the answers
But I have all this life to learn

I was lost in utter darkness
I was trapped in toxic shame
I was bound by my religion
Till I chose to break away
Now I'm finding my true colors
For the first time I feel free
Now I'm learning self-compassion
As I heal I'm finding peace