When I Say I Am a Christian

by Carol Wimmer
email CCCWimmer@aol.com
Published in HI-Call Gospel Magazine, November 1992,
and in Chicken Soup for the Christian Family Soul, 2000

 

    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 Got 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'm loved.

 
 

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