December 6, 2008

When I say "I am a Christian" Maya Angelou

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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! 
-Christians By Maya Angelou

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