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 am 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 am loved.

 

~By Carol Wimmer ©1988~