When I Say I Am A Christian

When I Say "I Am A Christian"... 

When I say..."I am a Christian" 

I'm not shouting "I am saved" 

I'm whispering "I get lost!"

"That is why I chose this way."   

When I say..."I am a Christian" 

I don't speak of this with pride. 

I'm confessing that I stumble 

and need someone 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 pray for strength to carry on.   

When I say..."I am a Christian" 

I'm not bragging of success. 

I'm admitting I have failed 

and cannot ever pay the debt.   

When I say..."I am a Christian" 

I'm not claiming to be perfect, 

my flaws are too visible 

but God believes I'm worth it.   

When I say..."I am a Christian" 

I still feel the sting of pain 

I have my share of heartaches

which is why I seek His name.   

When I say..."I am a Christian" 

I do not wish to judge.  

I have no authority.

I only know I'm loved.

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