I took my daughter to see Mandisa with Casting Crown, 9 days before my daughter's spinal fusion surgery. Bought her the Stronger t-shirt. Gave my daughter the album with 'That's what scars are for' a few years later on one of her 'spine-iversaries'. Mandisa, you have a special place in our hearts forever.
Please pray for my 9 year old. She just told me over the weekend she was thinking of suicide and cutting herself.She's an honor student and I never knew. I thought sh was ok. God Bless you all.
@marieellis85 •I had it briefly with my son younger (His was racism he was saying it was an accident having hidden everything no way was this an accident -Myself I did it as a teenager due to childhood trauma.)I told him” does it make you feel better “He said “Yes ?”I said and 20 mins later ? ”Ne he felt worse “ You really need to find out firstly what’s causing it has her behaviour changed she might be .Might be stress ,bullying mine was S/A..plus nobody knew any other changes in her behaviour (Eating less etc ?Not thinking her work is good enough ?Or a change in her charter?Check to see if she is hiding anything in her pockets ?Strange things like blue tack ?Or Things she would never usually do ?Is she sleeping?I want to help my parents had no clue I was silenced by the threats made to me and trust me if she says someone is hurting her or if she has any bruises be gentle when you ask her don’t tell her you can “fix her “but I have to say your daughter is far more valuable than any honours,she is clearly clever clever kids get anxiety be grateful she told you if you have a good GP take her don’t take her anywhere else .A Priest was abusing me .I told no one his threats brought my silence if she is less bubbly less wanting to join the family members or not wanting to go certain places can you please ask her be gentle with her tell her “She can tell you anything because your her Mum and you need to know ..Because you love her ❤if it’s grades -It’s grades life is very stressful.”But above all please if you can stop whatever is causing the stress take her to your general Dr “Don’t take her anywhere else ,I would go in first explain “Then let him call her through she maybe evasive to start with but my son told the Dr everything I moved his school I could not be dealing with the stupidity of the Headmaster.I wanted my son to know he is valued regardless of any grades .Life is like a postcode lottery an exam is simply a test she needs also know you love her as long regardless of honours?It’s a grade ?She is your daughter and as parents, she will be under her own stress .Please can you make an appointment with a Dr you trust that you trust yourself,I think she needs a solution.But she is really brave telling you ..❤❤❤Good Luck ..❤❤❤❤
This song feels like the story of my life. Literal scars that won't fade due to my autoimmune disease, but the Lord delivered me! RIP Mandisa. See you on the other side when the trumpet sounds!
I'm so sorry! Your music was pivotal in my life! There are just no words how much I will miss you. But you are singing with a Heavenly Choir, and you wouldn't want to come back now for anything.
I wake up every morning and see my scars in the mirror. Yes, they remind me my past life without Jesus. How would I live without Him? Where would I be without Him? I found salvation in Christianity.
Mandisa, you will always be in my heart! You're the beautiful soul, your music had helped me get through many dark days of my life! Rest in peace, in Jesus arms and see you later my friend!
As I listened to this song I looked down at my scars from when I was a cutter and realized that I should not be ashamed because they are my past and they have made me the person I am today. The background for my laptop is the quote: Never be ashamed of the scars that life has left you with. A scar means the hurt is over, the wound is closed, you endured the pain, and God has healed you.
+Allison Hamlin Scars tell a story. Jesus kept the marks of the nails and the spear in his side. Why? They told a story first for his disciples and then for us. Use your scars as an opener when you share your testimony. Tell them what caused the scars and how Jesus healed you! Blessings. "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." (Romans 8:28)
I'm recently a self harmer, I have a lot of Scars and counting. I started because me mother died two years ago and I didn't know how to cope. I still don't.
Over 5 years ago I had a double mastectomy because of breast cancer and for a few years I couldn't look at my scars. After hearing your song, I am able to look at them and remember each day that God has brought me through my battle. Thank you for such a beautiful song.
55 years of scars,and Jesus called me to God's house. Now I'm finally healing. Praise God ,they no longer haunt me. Mandisa, i honestly love your music
Having my 20th surgery on Monday. I am covered in scars from all the surgeries I have had - each one tells a different story - a different healing. I am still here - by God's grace. Thank you for the reminder Mandissa. I needed it today.
This song is so beautiful and so meaningful to me personally! I have struggled with scars in my young life that God had to heal me of, from abandonment, rejection, hurt, pain, health, loneliness- all of which affected my identity, worth, and value. But God...He changed my life forever and taught me how He can use my scars, my my wounds, my brokeness, my weaknesses- for His glory. He saved me and has brought me redemption, healing, and wholeness...because of HIS scars.
This song just takes me back to when I was so broken, hurt, abused & lonely. Reminding me of all that God has brought me out of. Jesus is a friend so close & his love for me is so real because it saved my life. Saved me from suicide, depression, anger, hurt & destruction. JESUS is REAL & my scars remind me of Gods faithfulness & how far he has brought me through. To anyone who’s hurting from the scars that hold them down, Jesus Can & will set you free because if he set me free he can set you free too. Have a nice day 😊
I have struggles with depression for 3 yeas, I used to self harm, I was anorexic, and I wanted to be dead. I thank God everyday for healing me I am a year and 5 months clean of cutting and i've been healed from depression. I'm so glad I found this song that I can relate to!
I've been struggling with Major Depression & Self-harm for over 3 years, been diagnosed with depression over a year now, and I have scars all over my arm... but with God's love (and my parents) i've overcame self-harm and am now 4 months clean. I listened to this song for such a long time. :)
I cut for years I'm turning 14 on 2-15-16. um I will be about 9 days clean if I can keep clean till then. but I have always know God was there I just ha e a tendency to forget that he's there. but knowing hes there helps me through each day. I love God he loves me. he loves all of us God is our Savior. not mine, or his, or hers, ours. God is ours. Amen !!!??
my testimony started with a scar... the accident after which I was saved by the Grace of Jesus Christ... I was left with no hope in the ICU but I came of saved and full of hope in Christ Jesus...
I know this song means different things to different people. For me it represents the physical scars I've endured. In 2003 I had to have surgery for Crohn's disease. As a young woman (well youngish- I was 33) I struggled after this surgery because I ended up having to permanently wear a bag on my abdomen. Then in 2011 I had to have another surgery but it went horribly wrong. I have had to have 5 more surgeries since to correct the mistake made by the surgeon. It also represents the emotional and mental scars from being physically and emotionally abused as a child and also from being the victim of a home invasion where I had to protect myself and my daughter by shooting one of the men who forced his way into my home. Though it has not been easy, it is through the love of Jesus that I can testify to the Gospel of His grace. These scars remind me to "Count it all joy whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1:2-3.
Vincent Atanmo WHY DOES IT HURT SO MUCH TO CRY? STUCK INSIDE THIS EMPTY ROOM? SHATTERED GLASS AND TEARS THAT FALL JUST LILE THE RAIN, WHY DOES IT HURT SO MUCH, THE LETTING GO?.
amal michel It's a reminder that this is not our home. That heaven is our true home where there is no pain or tears. We have to look at the bigger picture each day. That's what God wants us to remember
Just found out Mandisa died this week. Definitely been through a lot the past 7 years but I just want to thank Mandisa for her amazing gift and music to this world. She is in the hands of God now and I hope to meet her one day
For almost 6 years I have been fighting to be a part of the lives of my 4 kids, but almost exactly a year ago a judge decided to cut off all communication and visitation with them without just cause. The past 6 years have been hard, but as I was in the process of writing I came across this song and opened the flood gates of emotions. All I can do is thank God for where He brought me, my 4 kids and His promises never fail.
At first I didn't understand the message she was trying to portray. I listened to it several times and even paused the video. I finally got the message. It explains that scars remind us of the tough times God bought us through and how because of his scars on his hand, It shows us his grace and how much he loves us. That's what scars are for.
I have so many scars that I use to ashamed of them and now I'm proud of them because they show how strong I am. I have scars on my head from six brain surgeries. I have scar on my back from heart surgery, I have scars on my stomach from brain surgery and I have scars on my legs from cerebral palsy surgery. Im proud of them. They are badge of honor!
I too am a cutter. I've stopped and began again. I used to think I would never get better. But I have. Im not proud of my scars, nor am I ashamed of them. They are apart of me and made me who I am. They tell a story of my struggle. But now I can look back and say I did it, I made it through. I am now a symbol of recovery. I am a more optimistic and string person now because of the pain I've been through. And I am truly grateful! Stay strong t anyone struggling with self harm or depression, etc. You are loved.
warminster100 Trial and error. i had to relapse a couple times and the support of an online friend who was also dealing with self harm really cured it. I would cut whenever i was upset or angry so that i could take out that anger on myself. So instead i told myself to not give a f*ck and it worked. And with the help of music, bands and art, i eventually stopped and have been clean for about 6 months. So really music, friends support, and realizing that i'm better than self harm helped me stop. Are you dealing with self harm?
I have 15 years sober from herion. That's what scares are for. Scares can change the world, scares can set me free.you showed me where I've been and I'm NOT there anymore.... Amen 🙏
I asked Jesus, " how much do you love me? " He answered, " this much" and he spread out his arms and died on the cross for me.... HE LIVES ON FOREVER!!
Amen always reminder when this world almost got me killed but God woke me and saved my life 💓 Grace and Mercy 👑 when nobody cared or was there for me He was💯 forever my Daddy and FOREVER His daughter 🥰🥰🥰
Gaby Garcia stay strong Jesus loves you. I do not know what that is like but I have had depression for the past 2 years. It's comforting to see these responces for a song and that I have others who are like me out there believing in Jesus like me to and that I'm not alone. It's good to see it 😊
WOW! I wonder why K-Love has never played this song? It's wonderful! I recently read a devotional about our "Ebenezer's", the "altar" or the pillar we establish to remind us of what God has done for us in the past, to encourage us through what we may be going through right now. Scars are a kind of "Ebenezer"! Awesome!
I was born with a hole in my heart, and the doctors performed surgery on me and by them in God's hands. I survived. The doctors said I had 5% chance of living and God saved me. But by having surgery, I have a scar going from the end of neck down the middle of my chest to the start of my stomach. Through my younger years such as early teenage years. I was so ashamed of my scar, I hating God for letting it be so noticeable, and I would changed conversation when people would try to talk about it. It got to the point that it was a part of my depressing thoughts and led me to wanting to commit suicide. On the 10th of April 2014, God led me to Him. he took every suicide thought away and brought me comfort. I now embrace my scar and tell people about it. This song says all that I am feeling about God and what He has done for me. Also I love looking through the comments to see people of all ages, who know Christ and love their scars. Keep it up, beauties. Scars are beautiful, and they show everyone your strength not your weakness. 💜💞
Thank you JESUS, my test becomes my testimony! What satan meant 4 bad, You're turning it around 4 my good & Your glory! Gen. 50:20, Rom. 8:28. I miss you Mandisa, thanks 4 all your powerful songs! See you soon in heaven!
Mandisa I have loved you since the 1st audition on American Idol. I have seen you. I love your voice and the album Overcomer explains so many parts of my life and more. I have done ASL to most of them. I will have almost every song on it soon. God at one of my weakest points told me to worship in ASL. So, I do and I'm thankful for all the great Christian music that lifts me up. I do it for God 1st and then the deaf community. I am around several deaf people. Thank you Mandisa. I feel as if we are on the same page sometimes in your songs. Hurts are hard but nothing we can't Overcome with God with us. I will be signing this song today for Godtube and youtube. Love you Mandisa. God is so good. I have a lot of your songs on my page already. I love it. To place myself at Gods feet and worship. God bless!!
I have suffered with Depression my whole life. Among other things I used "cutting" as a way to cope. I am past that now, but the scars remain. I used to be ashamed of them, but this song reminded me that they are not "ugly" perse, just proof of the demons I fought and won.
My scars from cancer surgery..remind me of where I was and that regardless of all I am still here and God loves me still..broken but still beautiful to Him..
I have a scare and I thought I was going to have to get stiches but God healed me. Just like the song said the pain cuts so deep. This scare went so deep but it healed so THANK YOU GOD FOR HEALING ME.
Love it!! I used to cut myself and this song is great to remind me of God's grace and just how scars don't define who you are and that love is just what we need to be redefined by God's Undying Love.
Gabrielle I did and now I have a tattoo on them saying take these broken wings and learn to fly. I'm proud of my scard made me who am praise god. Conquered the worst of life and I'm now a conquer in christ jesus his power. Amen ❤🤗🙏
Was addicted to self harm for 6 years. Was clean for over a year, broke once, but I've been clean for 4 months now. :) What people need to know is that this kind of addiction doesn't go away, there will always be that little part of you, but I've learned that with God by your side, you can kick this addiction like I did. If anyone ever needs someone to help them through it or just someone to talk to, message me and I will give you my personal number to contact. You are never alone throughout this journey.
This song means a lot to me personally. I am 15 years old and I used to struggle with severe depression. I didn't tell anyone about it besides for my youth pastor. He prayed for me and for about 14 days after that i felt amazing. I had stopped cutting and everything was going great, but then i fell. I started cutting again and this time i didn't tell anyone at all because i didn't think god would heal me a second time. Then the youth of my church went on a trip to a mountain and we stayed there for 3 days, I was planning on committing suicide while we were on this trip. I was just so tired. I had decided that i never wanted to turn 15, I never wanted to get married, or have kids, or have a life, I just wanted the pain to be over and i would do whatever it took to reach that. We had church every night at the trip and on the first night (the night i had planned to do it) I was praying for forgiveness for the suicide before i actually did it and just hoping it was enough to get to heaven but then i told God "if you actually care about me, send someone to stop me." Then my pastor stood up and said that God told him someone there was planning on committing suicide and God had told him to pray for them. I started crying and everyone there came and started praying for me. The thoughts of suicide left me because that proved to me that God did care about me and he loved me. Since then I have struggled with depression, I always have my whole life, but it is worse now. I have relapsed and cut and i have repented and asked for forgiveness every time. I struggle to keep my eyes on God but i do it. I am using my story to help other ho have had similar struggles as me. Every time i look at my thighs I remember, all the pain and hurt I went through but i also remember what God did for me. He brought me out of where I was and put me where i am today. I have a future now, because of God, I turned 15, because of God, ad it was the best birthday I have ever had because it showed that I AM SET FREE! I wont ever have to be where i used to be ever again. Now to everyone struggling with what I went through I want to say, YOU are loved YOU are worth more than you could ever imagine YOU are amazing and GOD has a plan for YOU don't ever give up. Just keep on fighting and God will be with you every step of the way. I am here for anyone that needs to talk about anything. Just keep your heads up beautifuls God loves you.
I cut myself for about 3 months but it's been a few weeks since I stopped. When I found this song it really hit home with me because I have physical and mental scars from what I did and what I went through, but it reminds me that God was there the whole time and he got me through it and I'm not there anymore.
Everyone is an Overcomer, and everyone has scars. They may not be physical, but they are there. My parents divorced, and my mom remarried eight months later. I was heavily bullied for eight years. I'm not saying this for sympathy, but everyone has scars.. And I love thing song
Don't you feel bad, Jessica. God is not mad with you. He wants you to win this fight and He is not going to turn His Face away just because you had a rough day, rough week, rough month... and on. Remembering you in prayer tonight.
Scars aren't just the wounds we did to the outside that the world sees, wounds can go much deeper than skin. Loss of hope, family and overwhelming loneliness are the wounds that Gods love overcomes. His victory makes you stronger, proof of his love he sees in you, not your scars .
Scars from my past, some worse than others left me thinking they can never be healed or erased but with the precious blood of Jesus he took those scars and nailed them to a tree and died for me so that I may have eternal life with Him. I can now share with others no matter what you've done, Jesus will forgive you and save you if you only ask. Praise Jesus!
This song...i don't even know how to describe it! I am a recovering cutter and have been recently dealing with the guilt of my scars and how to deal with them. Then, I'm on youtube, and THIS song shows up :) It's like a song from the Lord! Thank you Mandisa...this song is amazing :)
The Lord still LOVES us UNCONDITIONALLY regardless of how much we may detest ourselves. He wants us to believe that His light continues to shine upon us, even when we stumble along the insurmountable paths. God wants us to love ourselves & to forgive ourselves for every sin that we've ever committed. God's continual presence with us is an absolute promise. You will find that God is watching over you right now & for ever more. His love will NEVER FAIL but will support you thru your misery.
Mam, you have no Idea the impact you are making in the world. Only in eternity you will know. God bless you and continue to enlarge your coast. I love you mam. Merry Christmas
My scars are my streaghten and my testomony in who God is for the grace and mercy he has for me . he reminds me he loves me no matter what my scars are they have set me free from everything that the devil had planed to bound me with . God has restored redeemed and revived me from it all I have fully been set free through Jesus Christ my Savior. I am now anchored to the cross . in Jesus name Amen .💝🙏💝🙏
your music was one of the lighthouses i've enjoyed to witness and hear in my years of darkness. honestly it still hurts to see you gone, but seeing the comments made me happy for you, as heaven indeed earned yet another warrior. rest easy. i miss you.
Tewing54 ikr! At my school I'm getting bullied just because of my favorite show but whenever I listen to this song it reminds me that God is always watching me from Heaven and that I'm not alone.
This song really inspired me to get over all my scars of my past. I've had three major surgeries before I turned fifteen. That was almost four years ago, I cannot believe that I survived it all with God's help.
why is everyone talkin of cutting and scars inflicted by such? this song talks of scars that we all bear because of what we've gone thru in life as well as because of what we've done to ourselves and not just because of drugs.... praise be to God for every scar that we bear, they remind us of God's faithfulness! :)
This should be a safe place for anyone to talk of any affliction. Cutting is an affliction whether you think so or not. They have real scars.
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I love this song! This is why when God delivers use, we shouldn't forget the past. Always remember where you were and where you are now and give Glory to God that you're not there anymore.
There are moments when troubles enter our lives and we can do nothing to avoid them. But they are there for a reason. Only when we have overcome them will we understand why they were there.
+Hannah Grace How very true you are! Each day we may have troubles but, the only way to get through them is to trust in the Lord that He has a plan and He will help heal us. Our part is to do our very best; trust in Him and let Him do the rest. I've scars on my arms from someone who hurt me, but, I was able to forgive. I think the most hurtful scars are the ones that are inside. They take more time to heal from and there may be days that it seems like you have to start the healing process all over again. When I think of where I was years ago I know that each day with the Lord's help that I became stronger. I do know that because of the hardships that I have gone through that I am able to use those experiences to help another. And, that's worth wearing the scars that I have as a blessing. It shows that I am a Daughter of God and a conquering heroine!
Proverbs 3:5-6 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. I pray in Jesus name, may you find comfort and peace in his name he is the best way to a better life.
This song is such a beautiful song i love it!❤️ It's so annoited this is deffentily my song ✨ guys I'm 13 gone be 14 in a couple of months and threw my 14 years of life god has put me threw so much to show me how strong I really am without him i am nothing ! He's my strength and portion forever! His love will never fail you when I fell I have no one to turn to he's there holding me in his arms and I praise him and worship him for it when u guys feel lost and alone and your house is not a home and you need someone he's there when u feel your to weak to fight the battle your going threw turn to him because he is your strength we are weak without him he's always there for us he has a unfailing LOVE that last FOREVER! ❤️He's there people just give it to him and he'll give you hope when your hurting and rest from your burdens !!! Thank u Jesus !
As I listen to this song, I think of all my scars. Not my cutter scars, but my burn scars. I was burned at age 4 on 43% of my body. this song is definitely a song for me. not only do I have scars from my burn, but from cutting. and it's true. but scars are beautiful. they are amazing. they are me. they make me me. they make me gorgeous. I can't help me think that. and I love this song! I seriously want to sing this infront of an audience! so amazing
Loved dis u inspire me....😢 sorry I just...... I can't u have been a real help in my life!! Love u Edit. My point is I love her and her music and her faith sooo much it brings me to tears...
When you listen to this song, if all you can see is your scars, then you missed the point! The scars of the Son of God reminds me of His faithfulness, not mine!
But people need perspective...was he not in every way tempted like we are and overcame? It is in seeing our scars that we see the Saviours love. They absolutely got the point
Lhyns Khe Just remember that God has changed you for the better; you are no longer who you once were. It's alright to grieve, grief is a form of healing, just know that God set you free. Praying for you. God bless.
I took my daughter to see Mandisa with Casting Crown, 9 days before my daughter's spinal fusion surgery. Bought her the Stronger t-shirt. Gave my daughter the album with 'That's what scars are for' a few years later on one of her 'spine-iversaries'. Mandisa, you have a special place in our hearts forever.
❤😇🙏
RIP to such a beautiful soul. Someday we'll meet in Heaven ❤
Please pray for my 9 year old. She just told me over the weekend she was thinking of suicide and cutting herself.She's an honor student and I never knew. I thought sh was ok. God Bless you all.
She will be ok. Praying for her now.
I'll be praying for you guys right now.
@marieellis85 •I had it briefly with my son younger (His was racism he was saying it was an accident having hidden everything no way was this an accident -Myself I did it as a teenager due to childhood trauma.)I told him” does it make you feel better “He said “Yes ?”I said and 20 mins later ? ”Ne he felt worse “ You really need to find out firstly what’s causing it has her behaviour changed she might be .Might be stress ,bullying mine was S/A..plus nobody knew any other changes in her behaviour (Eating less etc ?Not thinking her work is good enough ?Or a change in her charter?Check to see if she is hiding anything in her pockets ?Strange things like blue tack ?Or Things she would never usually do ?Is she sleeping?I want to help my parents had no clue I was silenced by the threats made to me and trust me if she says someone is hurting her or if she has any bruises be gentle when you ask her don’t tell her you can “fix her “but I have to say your daughter is far more valuable than any honours,she is clearly clever clever kids get anxiety be grateful she told you if you have a good GP take her don’t take her anywhere else .A Priest was abusing me .I told no one his threats brought my silence if she is less bubbly less wanting to join the family members or not wanting to go certain places can you please ask her be gentle with her tell her “She can tell you anything because your her Mum and you need to know ..Because you love her ❤if it’s grades -It’s grades life is very stressful.”But above all please if you can stop whatever is causing the stress take her to your general Dr “Don’t take her anywhere else ,I would go in first explain “Then let him call her through she maybe evasive to start with but my son told the Dr everything I moved his school I could not be dealing with the stupidity of the Headmaster.I wanted my son to know he is valued regardless of any grades .Life is like a postcode lottery an exam is simply a test she needs also know you love her as long regardless of honours?It’s a grade ?She is your daughter and as parents, she will be under her own stress .Please can you make an appointment with a Dr you trust that you trust yourself,I think she needs a solution.But she is really brave telling you ..❤❤❤Good Luck ..❤❤❤❤
Just saw this comment, hope your daughter is doing well
She's 15 now... Praying for her. Is she ok?
This song feels like the story of my life. Literal scars that won't fade due to my autoimmune disease, but the Lord delivered me! RIP Mandisa. See you on the other side when the trumpet sounds!
I'm so sorry! Your music was pivotal in my life! There are just no words how much I will miss you. But you are singing with a Heavenly Choir, and you wouldn't want to come back now for anything.
Thankful for her life and ministry. Rest peacefully Ms. Mandisa!
RIP Mandisa... See you on the other shore❤❤❤
I wake up every morning and see my scars in the mirror. Yes, they remind me my past life without Jesus. How would I live without Him? Where would I be without Him? I found salvation in Christianity.
Mandisa, you will always be in my heart! You're the beautiful soul, your music had helped me get through many dark days of my life! Rest in peace, in Jesus arms and see you later my friend!
😢😢❤❤thank you for your music.
As I listened to this song I looked down at my scars from when I was a cutter and realized that I should not be ashamed because they are my past and they have made me the person I am today.
The background for my laptop is the quote: Never be ashamed of the scars that life has left you with. A scar means the hurt is over, the wound is closed, you endured the pain, and God has healed you.
Amen! I'm so proud of you for overcoming your struggle. God bless!
+Allison Hamlin Scars tell a story. Jesus kept the marks of the nails and the spear in his side. Why? They told a story first for his disciples and then for us. Use your scars as an opener when you share your testimony. Tell them what caused the scars and how Jesus healed you! Blessings.
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." (Romans 8:28)
That is exactly what a scar is. Good Job
+Allison Hamlin I was a cutter too. we're not there any more! God bless you, sister.
I'm recently a self harmer, I have a lot of Scars and counting. I started because me mother died two years ago and I didn't know how to cope. I still don't.
This is an amazing and incredible song.
RIP Mandisa
Over 5 years ago I had a double mastectomy because of breast cancer and for a few years I couldn't look at my scars. After hearing your song, I am able to look at them and remember each day that God has brought me through my battle. Thank you for such a beautiful song.
Amen 🙏
55 years of scars,and Jesus called me to God's house.
Now I'm finally healing.
Praise God ,they no longer haunt me.
Mandisa, i honestly love your music
We will worship Yahweh
Amen
How can anyone living in the 21Century NOT like her music. So many tormented Souls out there; Discards, Throw/away people.
I love her voice it sits in my heart and her true acting it's amazing I love you tooooo
Wounds turn into scars, scars turn into testimonies, testimonies help people to see the work of God today. Not just 2000 years ago.
Sach Conradie Amen!
that is a truly Inspiring statement!
Amen!!!!!!!!!
Sach Conradie That's 💯% true
Exactly perfect statement
Having my 20th surgery on Monday. I am covered in scars from all the surgeries I have had - each one tells a different story - a different healing. I am still here - by God's grace. Thank you for the reminder Mandissa. I needed it today.
Amen 🙏 friend
Prayers
My all time favorite mandisa song😊😊 Even though she's not with us anymore, we're rejoicing because she's with our Heavenly Father now.
This song is so beautiful and so meaningful to me personally! I have struggled with scars in my young life that God had to heal me of, from abandonment, rejection, hurt, pain, health, loneliness- all of which affected my identity, worth, and value. But God...He changed my life forever and taught me how He can use my scars, my my wounds, my brokeness, my weaknesses- for His glory. He saved me and has brought me redemption, healing, and wholeness...because of HIS scars.
This song just takes me back to when I was so broken, hurt, abused & lonely. Reminding me of all that God has brought me out of. Jesus is a friend so close & his love for me is so real because it saved my life. Saved me from suicide, depression, anger, hurt & destruction. JESUS is REAL & my scars remind me of Gods faithfulness & how far he has brought me through. To anyone who’s hurting from the scars that hold them down, Jesus Can & will set you free because if he set me free he can set you free too.
Have a nice day 😊
I am a 3 time cancer survivor. My scars to me have strengthend me , and I give all the glory to God. I'm bold and courageous. God please ❤🙏❤
This song has helped me so much as I have healed from my abusive marriage. Thank God for Mandisa!
Amen 🙏 friend
Amen
I have struggles with depression for 3 yeas, I used to self harm, I was anorexic, and I wanted to be dead. I thank God everyday for healing me I am a year and 5 months clean of cutting and i've been healed from depression. I'm so glad I found this song that I can relate to!
Brittany Kennedy amen to that, our God is always faithful to his children
Brittany Kennedy God bless you
Amen
I've been struggling with Major Depression & Self-harm for over 3 years, been diagnosed with depression over a year now, and I have scars all over my arm... but with God's love (and my parents) i've overcame self-harm and am now 4 months clean. I listened to this song for such a long time. :)
That's so amazing Lauren! I'm so proud of you!!
I don't know what you've been through, but I know that you're a living testimony! :D
Your a beautiful human being, and god loves you like crazy.
love you and I will pray for you so you can stay strong.
Go forth, and be loved! :)
Amen!!! Girl god loves u!!
Wonderful testimony !
I cut for years I'm turning 14 on 2-15-16. um I will be about 9 days clean if I can keep clean till then. but I have always know God was there I just ha e a tendency to forget that he's there. but knowing hes there helps me through each day. I love God he loves me. he loves all of us God is our Savior. not mine, or his, or hers, ours. God is ours. Amen !!!??
It's 8-28-18 I hope you are doing better
can_we_look_at_ the_stars jiikiiojoji
I wish u All the best on yr journey!!👍👍
Amen xo
my testimony started with a scar... the accident after which I was saved by the Grace of Jesus Christ...
I was left with no hope in the ICU but I came of saved and full of hope in Christ Jesus...
+tina chung thats great
Amen thank you Lord 😊 🙏
I know this song means different things to different people. For me it represents the physical scars I've endured. In 2003 I had to have surgery for Crohn's disease. As a young woman (well youngish- I was 33) I struggled after this surgery because I ended up having to permanently wear a bag on my abdomen. Then in 2011 I had to have another surgery but it went horribly wrong. I have had to have 5 more surgeries since to correct the mistake made by the surgeon. It also represents the emotional and mental scars from being physically and emotionally abused as a child and also from being the victim of a home invasion where I had to protect myself and my daughter by shooting one of the men who forced his way into my home. Though it has not been easy, it is through the love of Jesus that I can testify to the Gospel of His grace. These scars remind me to "Count it all joy whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1:2-3.
Glad I went through the pain. It made me that much stronger and faithful to God. He turned my pain into a blessing and he'll do the same for you.
Vincent Atanmo That is awesome! I'm glad you shared! Pray for me...Thank you
Vincent Atanmo WHY DOES IT HURT SO MUCH TO CRY? STUCK INSIDE THIS EMPTY ROOM? SHATTERED GLASS AND TEARS THAT FALL JUST LILE THE RAIN, WHY DOES IT HURT SO MUCH, THE LETTING GO?.
amal michel It's a reminder that this is not our home. That heaven is our true home where there is no pain or tears. We have to look at the bigger picture each day. That's what God wants us to remember
Just found out Mandisa died this week. Definitely been through a lot the past 7 years but I just want to thank Mandisa for her amazing gift and music to this world. She is in the hands of God now and I hope to meet her one day
For almost 6 years I have been fighting to be a part of the lives of my 4 kids, but almost exactly a year ago a judge decided to cut off all communication and visitation with them without just cause. The past 6 years have been hard, but as I was in the process of writing I came across this song and opened the flood gates of emotions. All I can do is thank God for where He brought me, my 4 kids and His promises never fail.
At first I didn't understand the message she was trying to portray. I listened to it several times and even paused the video. I finally got the message. It explains that scars remind us of the tough times God bought us through and how because of his scars on his hand, It shows us his grace and how much he loves us. That's what scars are for.
Thanks! I never used to get it either, but I really understand it now!
I have so many scars that I use to ashamed of them and now I'm proud of them because they show how strong I am. I have scars on my head from six brain surgeries. I have scar on my back from heart surgery, I have scars on my stomach from brain surgery and I have scars on my legs from cerebral palsy surgery. Im proud of them. They are badge of honor!
I too am a cutter. I've stopped and began again. I used to think I would never get better. But I have. Im not proud of my scars, nor am I ashamed of them. They are apart of me and made me who I am. They tell a story of my struggle. But now I can look back and say I did it, I made it through. I am now a symbol of recovery. I am a more optimistic and string person now because of the pain I've been through. And I am truly grateful! Stay strong t anyone struggling with self harm or depression, etc. You are loved.
I'm so proud of you for choosing recovery! You can do this!!! God bless :)
+ZyZy S How did you overcome the cutting?
warminster100 Trial and error. i had to relapse a couple times and the support of an online friend who was also dealing with self harm really cured it. I would cut whenever i was upset or angry so that i could take out that anger on myself. So instead i told myself to not give a f*ck and it worked. And with the help of music, bands and art, i eventually stopped and have been clean for about 6 months. So really music, friends support, and realizing that i'm better than self harm helped me stop. Are you dealing with self harm?
EdyeNicolesMakeup Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Comments like this really help me keep strong!
ZyZy S i know this is late. but your an overcomer. love you and everyone else scrolling through these comments and commenting
I have 15 years sober from herion. That's what scares are for. Scares can change the world, scares can set me free.you showed me where I've been and I'm NOT there anymore.... Amen 🙏
Rest in peace love.
So missed ❤
He's holding you so tight. You've helped so many with you're music ❤❤❤
I asked Jesus, " how much do you love me? "
He answered, " this much" and he spread out his arms and died on the cross for me....
HE LIVES ON FOREVER!!
Amen always reminder when this world almost got me killed but God woke me and saved my life 💓 Grace and Mercy 👑 when nobody cared or was there for me He was💯 forever my Daddy and FOREVER His daughter 🥰🥰🥰
Amen 🙏
This song made me cry because I struggle with self harm. Stay strong. ❤️
Gaby Garcia I struggled with the same problem..... but god is faithful :)
Mia Hackett Remember to put a capital "G" for God! :) haha
Nathania Joanna Harjono lol I didn't even notice.... XD thx for the reminder
Gaby Garcia stay strong Jesus loves you. I do not know what that is like but I have had depression for the past 2 years. It's comforting to see these responces for a song and that I have others who are like me out there believing in Jesus like me to and that I'm not alone. It's good to see it 😊
how are you now?? @christina Adams
I used to cut myself. Alot. I still have my scars and I remember stopping because of God's grace. 3
Gabrielle Garcia God bless you
WOW! I wonder why K-Love has never played this song? It's wonderful! I recently read a devotional about our "Ebenezer's", the "altar" or the pillar we establish to remind us of what God has done for us in the past, to encourage us through what we may be going through right now. Scars are a kind of "Ebenezer"! Awesome!
I was born with a hole in my heart, and the doctors performed surgery on me and by them in God's hands. I survived. The doctors said I had 5% chance of living and God saved me. But by having surgery, I have a scar going from the end of neck down the middle of my chest to the start of my stomach. Through my younger years such as early teenage years. I was so ashamed of my scar, I hating God for letting it be so noticeable, and I would changed conversation when people would try to talk about it. It got to the point that it was a part of my depressing thoughts and led me to wanting to commit suicide. On the 10th of April 2014, God led me to Him. he took every suicide thought away and brought me comfort. I now embrace my scar and tell people about it. This song says all that I am feeling about God and what He has done for me.
Also I love looking through the comments to see people of all ages, who know Christ and love their scars. Keep it up, beauties. Scars are beautiful, and they show everyone your strength not your weakness. 💜💞
Thank you JESUS, my test becomes my testimony! What satan meant 4 bad, You're turning it around 4 my good & Your glory! Gen. 50:20, Rom. 8:28. I miss you Mandisa, thanks 4 all your powerful songs! See you soon in heaven!
Mandisa I have loved you since the 1st audition on American Idol. I have seen you. I love your voice and the album Overcomer explains so many parts of my life and more. I have done ASL to most of them. I will have almost every song on it soon. God at one of my weakest points told me to worship in ASL. So, I do and I'm thankful for all the great Christian music that lifts me up. I do it for God 1st and then the deaf community. I am around several deaf people. Thank you Mandisa. I feel as if we are on the same page sometimes in your songs. Hurts are hard but nothing we can't Overcome with God with us. I will be signing this song today for Godtube and youtube. Love you Mandisa. God is so good. I have a lot of your songs on my page already. I love it. To place myself at Gods feet and worship. God bless!!
I have suffered with Depression my whole life. Among other things I used "cutting" as a way to cope. I am past that now, but the scars remain. I used to be ashamed of them, but this song reminded me that they are not "ugly" perse, just proof of the demons I fought and won.
RIP my sister
God bless this woman for making such beautiful songs
My scars from cancer surgery..remind me of where I was and that regardless of all I am still here and God loves me still..broken but still beautiful to Him..
I have a scare and I thought I was going to have to get stiches but God healed me. Just like the song said the pain cuts so deep. This scare went so deep but it healed so THANK YOU GOD FOR HEALING ME.
Johnny Tindel I'm so glad God helped you so much. Love, Give, Forgive. (that's my motto)
Love it!! I used to cut myself and this song is great to remind me of God's grace and just how scars don't define who you are and that love is just what we need to be redefined by God's Undying Love.
Jesabella Carter-Pampuro my daughter is 9 can you help me understand self harm? God Bless you
Jesabella Carter-Pampuro uioiiujooiojiiooiioiijikiiikiiookiiuokfiiiodoiikfo
Amen thank you Lord 😊 🙏
Gabrielle I did and now I have a tattoo on them saying take these broken wings and learn to fly. I'm proud of my scard made me who am praise god. Conquered the worst of life and I'm now a conquer in christ jesus his power. Amen ❤🤗🙏
Was addicted to self harm for 6 years. Was clean for over a year, broke once, but I've been clean for 4 months now. :) What people need to know is that this kind of addiction doesn't go away, there will always be that little part of you, but I've learned that with God by your side, you can kick this addiction like I did. If anyone ever needs someone to help them through it or just someone to talk to, message me and I will give you my personal number to contact. You are never alone throughout this journey.
This song means a lot to me personally. I am 15 years old and I used to struggle with severe depression. I didn't tell anyone about it besides for my youth pastor. He prayed for me and for about 14 days after that i felt amazing. I had stopped cutting and everything was going great, but then i fell. I started cutting again and this time i didn't tell anyone at all because i didn't think god would heal me a second time. Then the youth of my church went on a trip to a mountain and we stayed there for 3 days, I was planning on committing suicide while we were on this trip. I was just so tired. I had decided that i never wanted to turn 15, I never wanted to get married, or have kids, or have a life, I just wanted the pain to be over and i would do whatever it took to reach that. We had church every night at the trip and on the first night (the night i had planned to do it) I was praying for forgiveness for the suicide before i actually did it and just hoping it was enough to get to heaven but then i told God "if you actually care about me, send someone to stop me." Then my pastor stood up and said that God told him someone there was planning on committing suicide and God had told him to pray for them. I started crying and everyone there came and started praying for me. The thoughts of suicide left me because that proved to me that God did care about me and he loved me. Since then I have struggled with depression, I always have my whole life, but it is worse now. I have relapsed and cut and i have repented and asked for forgiveness every time. I struggle to keep my eyes on God but i do it. I am using my story to help other ho have had similar struggles as me. Every time i look at my thighs I remember, all the pain and hurt I went through but i also remember what God did for me. He brought me out of where I was and put me where i am today. I have a future now, because of God, I turned 15, because of God, ad it was the best birthday I have ever had because it showed that I AM SET FREE! I wont ever have to be where i used to be ever again. Now to everyone struggling with what I went through I want to say, YOU are loved YOU are worth more than you could ever imagine YOU are amazing and GOD has a plan for YOU don't ever give up. Just keep on fighting and God will be with you every step of the way. I am here for anyone that needs to talk about anything. Just keep your heads up beautifuls God loves you.
Please choose life! Your amazing and God had so many wonderful things planned for you. Your never alone!
I cut myself for about 3 months but it's been a few weeks since I stopped. When I found this song it really hit home with me because I have physical and mental scars from what I did and what I went through, but it reminds me that God was there the whole time and he got me through it and I'm not there anymore.
Everyone is an Overcomer, and everyone has scars. They may not be physical, but they are there. My parents divorced, and my mom remarried eight months later. I was heavily bullied for eight years. I'm not saying this for sympathy, but everyone has scars.. And I love thing song
Don't you feel bad, Jessica. God is not mad with you. He wants you to win this fight and He is not going to turn His Face away just because you had a rough day, rough week, rough month... and on. Remembering you in prayer tonight.
Scars aren't just the wounds we did to the outside that the world sees, wounds can go much deeper than skin. Loss of hope, family and overwhelming loneliness are the wounds that Gods love overcomes. His victory makes you stronger, proof of his love he sees in you, not your scars
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Thanks Jesus for all my blessing I didn't see it then. But I do now
If we don’t live in the broken then all that’s been broken becomes a testimony to his faithfulness to heal what we cannot.
Thank you God for fighting all of my battles and saving me this past year 🥺😭✝️
Scars from my past, some worse than others left me thinking they can never be healed or erased but with the precious blood of Jesus he took those scars and nailed them to a tree and died for me so that I may have eternal life with Him. I can now share with others no matter what you've done, Jesus will forgive you and save you if you only ask. Praise Jesus!
I wish this wound would hurry and turn into a scar...I need to learn how to praise him through the storm, please pray for me!
She touched the heart of millions!!
my scars are from when life tried to break me...but ...failed!
This song...i don't even know how to describe it! I am a recovering cutter and have been recently dealing with the guilt of my scars and how to deal with them. Then, I'm on youtube, and THIS song shows up :) It's like a song from the Lord! Thank you Mandisa...this song is amazing :)
Beautiful 😍 thank you Jesus coz you died on the cross for my sins,that's what scars are for 🙏❤👏
Amen 🙏
Thank you Mandisa I used to be ashamed of my scars but now I'm not!
These scars are apart of my testimony of the love that jesus has for us all
The Lord still LOVES us UNCONDITIONALLY regardless of how much we may detest ourselves. He wants us to believe that His light continues to shine upon us, even when we stumble along the insurmountable paths. God wants us to love ourselves & to forgive ourselves for every sin that we've ever committed. God's continual presence with us is an absolute promise. You will find that God is watching over you right now & for ever more. His love will NEVER FAIL but will support you thru your misery.
that was beautiful
If we didn't have scars we wouldn't know that God could heal, be it physical or emotional, ourselves or someone else...Amen!
No victory without struggle. Thank you for Your Faithfulness. I may be down on the Mat right now, but In Due Season I will reap. A harvest
Amen 🙏
Mam, you have no Idea the impact you are making in the world. Only in eternity you will know. God bless you and continue to enlarge your coast. I love you mam. Merry Christmas
Wow. These scars show me how far I've really come. Thank you God.
Mandisa scars are for gud !!! Love ur voice may the almighty use ur voice to heal many !!! To him be the glory n honour forever 🙏🙏🙏
This song helped me and my friend a lot I just want to thank our Lord Jesus Christ for giveing me this life and Mandisa for this wonderful song
My Scars Run Deep......
To my Very Core....
But God Walked the Valley & Mountains with me.
My scars are my streaghten and my testomony in who God is for the grace and mercy he has for me . he reminds me he loves me no matter what my scars are they have set me free from everything that the devil had planed to bound me with . God has restored redeemed and revived me from it all I have fully been set free through Jesus Christ my Savior. I am now anchored to the cross . in Jesus name Amen .💝🙏💝🙏
your music was one of the lighthouses i've enjoyed to witness and hear in my years of darkness. honestly it still hurts to see you gone, but seeing the comments made me happy for you, as heaven indeed earned yet another warrior. rest easy. i miss you.
I feel your pain. I love this song. I love MANDISA. I love God
Briana Solano I love her too! She brings hope and inspiration through her music. An awesome gift From God! God is good!
Tewing54 ikr! At my school I'm getting bullied just because of my favorite show but whenever I listen to this song it reminds me that God is always watching me from Heaven and that I'm not alone.
You always look listen to god and love him pour love into everybody love the person who doesn't love you to show them that your a person of god
Used to cut and lately I've been ashamed of my scars and thinking my arms aren't pretty but this reminded me to not be ashamed and I'm stronger(:
So proud of you for overcoming! God bless!
Natalie Pemberton God bless you
Natalie Pemberton NJ iioikoojiiijiii
Yes u are stronger and beautiful!!
Oh It's an awesome song. Lovely. I loved it. God bless the whole team.....😘😘😘😘
I have scars of my dialasis but he pull me throw and give me a second chance with kidney transplant thank you jesus my dearest friend amen
Your worship took me to a better place when i was in high school. Thank you so much ! You're having so much joy in the heaven now~
Thank you Mandisa for making all these songs. They are a truly inspiration from God and I bless you for dedicating your talent to our God Almighty.
This song really inspired me to get over all my scars of my past. I've had three major surgeries before I turned fifteen. That was almost four years ago, I cannot believe that I survived it all with God's help.
That's awesome!!
Thanks :)
why is everyone talkin of cutting and scars inflicted by such? this song talks of scars that we all bear because of what we've gone thru in life as well as because of what we've done to ourselves and not just because of drugs.... praise be to God for every scar that we bear, they remind us of God's faithfulness! :)
This should be a safe place for anyone to talk of any affliction. Cutting is an affliction whether you think so or not.
They have real scars.
I love this song! This is why when God delivers use, we shouldn't forget the past. Always remember where you were and where you are now and give Glory to God that you're not there anymore.
i love how this song takes scars and turns them from a mark of shame into a reminder that jesus loves us and is always there looking out for us
There are moments when troubles enter our lives and we can do nothing to avoid them. But they are there for a reason. Only when we have overcome them will we understand why they were there.
+Hannah Grace How very true you are! Each day we may have troubles but, the only way to get through them is to trust in the Lord that He has a plan and He will help heal us. Our part is to do our very best; trust in Him and let Him do the rest. I've scars on my arms from someone who hurt me, but, I was able to forgive. I think the most hurtful scars are the ones that are inside. They take more time to heal from and there may be days that it seems like you have to start the healing process all over again. When I think of where I was years ago I know that each day with the Lord's help that I became stronger. I do know that because of the hardships that I have gone through that I am able to use those experiences to help another. And, that's worth wearing the scars that I have as a blessing. It shows that I am a Daughter of God and a conquering heroine!
Amen
Proverbs 3:5-6
5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
I pray in Jesus name, may you find comfort and peace in his name he is the best way to a better life.
Thank you Mandisa for making this beautiful song! To God be the glory!
Amen
Thanks for your sencere comment of serving Christ through singing, your will be remembered forever
This song is such a beautiful song i love it!❤️ It's so annoited this is deffentily my song ✨ guys I'm 13 gone be 14 in a couple of months and threw my 14 years of life god has put me threw so much to show me how strong I really am without him i am nothing ! He's my strength and portion forever! His love will never fail you when I fell I have no one to turn to he's there holding me in his arms and I praise him and worship him for it when u guys feel lost and alone and your house is not a home and you need someone he's there when u feel your to weak to fight the battle your going threw turn to him because he is your strength we are weak without him he's always there for us he has a unfailing LOVE that last FOREVER! ❤️He's there people just give it to him and he'll give you hope when your hurting and rest from your burdens !!! Thank u Jesus !
Two Years Clean Cuz Of Gods Grace.. 😊
Beautiful. .. I felt that in my spirit being a woman thst experience domestic violence it lets me know that God heals and deliver
As I listen to this song, I think of all my scars. Not my cutter scars, but my burn scars. I was burned at age 4 on 43% of my body. this song is definitely a song for me. not only do I have scars from my burn, but from cutting. and it's true. but scars are beautiful. they are amazing. they are me. they make me me. they make me gorgeous. I can't help me think that. and I love this song! I seriously want to sing this infront of an audience! so amazing
Beautiful soul, voice.Rest in Peace Mandisa
Loved dis u inspire me....😢 sorry I just...... I can't u have been a real help in my life!! Love u
Edit. My point is I love her and her music and her faith sooo much it brings me to tears...
Mandisa songs keep my faith in my number 1 father, god.
When you listen to this song, if all you can see is your scars, then you missed the point! The scars of the Son of God reminds me of His faithfulness, not mine!
Can't help myself from crying while watching this video..It reminds me all the pains &tears from my past..
But people need perspective...was he not in every way tempted like we are and overcame? It is in seeing our scars that we see the Saviours love. They absolutely got the point
Lhyns Khe Just remember that God has changed you for the better; you are no longer who you once were. It's alright to grieve, grief is a form of healing, just know that God set you free. Praying for you. God bless.
I just LOVE this song or reminds me of when I'm going to see Jesus😇😍
THIS SONG touched my heart and i almost cried!
This song has touched and brought healing. Thank you Mandisa. I love you in the love of Christ ♥.
Amen 🙏
Thankyou Lord for amazing people like these!