When I say I am a Christian...

When I say I am a Christian I am not shouting that I am clean living.
I'm whispering I was lost but 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 saying I am 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 I 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 grace somehow!