*When I Say "I Am A Christian"**
            -- by Carol Wimmer

    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 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'm loved.

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