I Am A Christian by Maya Angelou

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.

I'm just a simple sinner
Who received GOD'S good grace, somehow.
I'm not perfect,
Just forgiven!

Wanted to share this poem just in case you hadn't seen it before now.  It's a favorite and a keeper!