When I say I'm a Christian

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 you, I'm just a simple sinner Who received God's good grace, somehow!

Share this with somebody who already has this understanding, as reinforcement. But more importantly, share this with those who do not have a clear understanding of what it means to be a Christian, so that the myth that Christians think they are "perfect" or "better than others"can be dispelled

Blessing and hugs to you today.