When I Say I Am A Christian...

by Jean Louis
(Iowa)

When I say that I am a Christian, I am not shouting that I am clean living. I am whispering I was lost, but now I am found and forgiven.

When I say I am a Christian I do not speak of this with pride. I am confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.

When I say I am a Christian I am not trying to be strong. I am professing that I am weak and need His strength to carry on.

When I say I am a Christian I am not bragging of success. I am admitting I have failed and need God to clean my mess.

When I say I am a Christian I am 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 am not holier than thou. I am just a simple sinner who received God's good grace, somehow!