When I say, "I am a Christian

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A simple poem that dispells many wrong assumptions made about Christians. A simple, powerful poem about what being a Christian really means.

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by Carol Wimmer

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 all 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​

Dear Father, I need you. I acknowledge that I have sinned against you by directing my own life. I thank you that You have forgiven my sins through Christ's death on the cross for me. I now invite Christ to again take His place on the throne of my life. Fill me with the Holy Spirit as You commanded me to be filled, and as You promised in Your Word that You would do if I asked in faith. I pray this in the name of Jesus. As an expression of my faith, I thank You for directing my life and for filling me with the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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