Nan – A Gift from God
From Stuart to Nan
Lieu:
Ottawa, Ontario
Catégorie:
💖 Amour
L'histoire derrière la chanson
Ce chant d'amour et de louange profondément émouvant raconte l'histoire de Nan, une femme dont la vie a été façonnée par la foi, la résilience et l'amour inconditionnel. Face aux épreuves de la vie, elle est restée ancrée dans sa dévotion à Jésus, puisant en Lui la force de persévérer et d'encourager son entourage. De l'accueil chaleureux qu'elle a donné aux autres à l'éducation de ses filles Emily et Jenny, empreinte de compassion et de vérité, sa vie est un témoignage discret mais puissant de la grâce à l'œuvre.
Racontée du point de vue de son mari, la chanson retrace une histoire d'amour née dans une église d'Ottawa en 1986 et qui s'est épanouie au fil de 37 années de mariage, d'épreuves, de rires et d'une foi inébranlable. Même dans les moments les plus difficiles, notamment son combat contre le cancer, Nan a été une source de force, d'espoir et d'encouragement. Plus qu'une simple chanson d'amour, c'est un vibrant témoignage de gratitude envers Dieu de les avoir réunis, un hommage à une femme dont la foi l'a non seulement soutenue, mais a aussi inspiré tous ceux qui l'entouraient.
L'émotion que cette chanson a créée
"Julio wrote and composed the music for this Valentine's present for my wife. I sent him some info about our past 37 years in marriage and he created an amazing song for me. His work far exceeded my expectations. The lyrics were deep and thoughtful and the music was powerful in some spots and gentle and tender in others. Julio definitely has a gift for composing and arranging. I received the mp3 file as well as a lyric sheet. I have already commissioned him to do a song for our upcoming anniversary. I heard it and immediately loved it. Trust me, when you hear the finished product, you will agree it was money well spent. I mean who ever thinks of giving your loved one an original song for a gift?"
(Traduction: Julio a écrit et composé la musique de ce cadeau de Saint-Valentin pour ma femme. Je lui ai envoyé quelques informations sur nos 37 années de mariage et il a créé une chanson magnifique. Son travail a largement dépassé mes attentes. Les paroles étaient profondes et touchantes, et la musique, tantôt puissante, tantôt douce et tendre. Julio a un véritable don pour la composition et l'arrangement. J'ai reçu le fichier MP3 ainsi que les paroles. Je lui ai déjà commandé une chanson pour notre prochain anniversaire. Je l'ai entendue et j'ai tout de suite adoré. Croyez-moi, quand vous entendrez le résultat final, vous conviendrez que c'était un excellent investissement. Qui pense à offrir une chanson originale à la personne qu'il aime ?)
— Stuart M.
🎵 Votre histoire pourrait être la prochaine que nous mettrons en scène.
Paroles de chansons
Nan – A Gift from God
Verse 1
I saw her first inside Your house, Lord
Ottawa, nineteen eighty-six
One look and something holy stirred me
A faith that would not quit
She walked with purpose, eyes lifted
Before she ever knew my name
Already strong, already chosen
Standing firm in Jesus' name
Pre-Chorus
She didn't bend when trials came
She learned to rise and still proclaim
Chorus
Nan — a gift from God, my blessing
Steady when the storms appear
Clothed in strength that comes from Jesus
Bold in love and free from fear
I stand amazed at all Your goodness
Grateful for Your perfect plan
Thank You, Father, for this woman
Thank You for the gift of Nan
Verse 2
She built a home where grace was practiced
Doors flung wide, the table set
She taught me service is a calling
A life poured out with no regret
She raised our daughters with compassion
Emily, Jenny — truth and care
A faithful guide, a steady presence
Love made visible in prayer
Pre-Chorus
Her wisdom forged through sacred fire
A heart refined, a hope that's higher
Chorus
Nan — a gift from God, my blessing
Rooted deep, she will not sway
Anchored in Your living promise
Guiding us along the way
I've watched her faith shape generations
Like a lighthouse where we stand
Thank You, Lord, for walking with us
Thank You for the gift of Nan
Bridge
Her past did not define her future
Grace rewrote each broken line
She chose forgiveness over fear
And turned her scars to signs of life
Through every season, joy and trial
She stood in truth, she took her stand
A living witness to Your mercy
A testimony in Your hands
Bridge 2
Jesus, You are her foundation
Jesus, You are her song
Every victory she carries
Was Yours in her all along
Final Chorus
Nan — a gift from God, my blessing
I've seen her walk through fire and rise
Not by force, not by striving
But by truth before her eyes
My greatest honor, greatest treasure
Is loving who You formed her to be
I praise You, Lord, forever grateful
You gave her strength…
And You gave her to me
Outro
Thirty-seven years of promise kept
Through every trial, through every grace
Nan, my love, my answered prayer
A gift from God in every way