When I say...

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not shouting "I'm clean livin'." I'm whispering "I was lost, Now I'm found and forgiven."
When I say... "I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.
When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not trying to be strong. I'm professing that I'm weak And need His strength to carry on.
When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not bragging of success. I'm admitting I have failed And need God to clean my mess.
When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not claiming to be perfect, My flaws are far too visible But, God believes I am worth it.
When I say... "I am a Christian" I still feel the sting of pain. I have my share of heartaches So I call upon His name.
When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not holier than thou, I'm just a simple sinner Who received God's good grace, somehow!
--Maya Angelou

Comments

Unknown said…
Wow! Well said! Thank you for the reminder.
Gail said…
Amen! I hear your whispers!
girl... making me cry...

i must be living under a rock... never seen that ... LOVE that!

i am SO glad you posted that... right click print! thanks! :)
Veronica said…
I actually saw it on my friends blog--I had never seen it either.
Allison said…
Love this....