> > 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!
> >
> > By Maya Angelou
> > :lol: