When I say "I am a Christian"

Christians - By Maya 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 weakAnd need His strength to carry on.

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not bragging of success. I'm admitting I have failedAnd 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 visibleBut, 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 heartachesSo 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!