Do you ever feel like you need to fix yourself before God can love you? Here's what it actually looks like to let God into your mess instead of hiding it. Author, actor, and filmmaker Nathan Clarkson shares his personal journey of growing up in the church, hiding behind a “good Christian” image, and how freedom finally came when he stopped pretending and started being honest with God.

Want more? Check out Nathan's book, I'm the Worst: How Freedom is Found in Admitting Our Faults

Scripture referenced:

1 Corinthians 12:27
Romans 12:3-13
1 John 4:19
1 Samuel 13:14; 2 Samuel 11-12
Matthew 7:3-5
Genesis 3:12
John 4:1-43

About Nathan Clarkson:
Website | Instagram | The Overthinkers Podcast

Nathan's YouVersion plans:
Uniquely Made: 10 Scripture Prayers to Nurture Your Child's Heart | The Way of Kings | Good Man

Nathan's favorite Bible study tools:
NLT | Leather Journal | BibleGateway | YouVersion

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