What’s A Christian
March 4, 2006Maya Angelou
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.
