When I say..."I am a Christian"
I'm not shouting "I am saved."
I'm whispering "I was 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 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 speak 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.
Share this with somebody who already has this understanding, as reinforcement. But more importantly, share this with those who do not have a clear understanding of what it means to be a Christian, so that the myth that Christians think they are "perfect" or "better than others" can be dispelled.