I Am A Christian

Originally Posted on July 19, 2006

I came across this poem that exactly describes how I feel about my faith. Just wanted to share...

"Christian" by Maya Angelou
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 visiblebut,
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.

May we all remember that we have sinned and fall short of God's glory. Today I thank God for His grace and that He never gives up on me even when I give up on Him.