I AM A CHRISTIAN

Many of you reading may notice that God comes into nearly everything that I write. I realize that people's impressions of church, God, the Bible, Christianity, and so on can have a lot of confusing or negative associations.

I just wanted to include this poem written by Carol Wimmer that articulates a sentiment that is in my heart.

I Am A Christian
By Carol Wimmer

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.

Many have been told that Maya Angelou wrote this poem, but she didn't.





















(I still like the photo of Maya Angelou)