WHEN I SAY, "I AM A CHRISTIAN"

When I say, "I am a Christian," 
I'm not shouting, "I've been saved!"
I'm whispering, "I get lost! 
That's why I chose this way"

When I say, "I am a Christian," 
I don't speak with human pride
I'm confessing that I stumble-
needing God 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 that I've failed and
cannot ever pay the debt

When I say, "I am a Christian," 
I don't think I know it all
I submit to my confusion
asking humbly to be taught

When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I'm not claiming to be perfect
My flaws are far 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 heartache
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

Copyright 1988 Carol Wimmer

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