When I Say I Am a Christian...

A close friend emailed this little poem to me. I am not overly fond of little 'Christian' sentiments, but this morning the poem struck me. I wanted to shout "YES!" But it is 6:00am and the energy I would expend to shout anything is just too precious right now. *S*

I hope this says something to you:

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'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 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 far 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 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 am loved.

~Carol Wimmer