Spouting Poetry

My very good friend left this poem by Maya Angelou in my box yesterday. Loved it, thought I'd share........

Christians

When I say... "I'm a Christian"

I'm not shouting "I'm clean living"

I'm whispering "I was lost."

Now I'm found and forgiven.

When I say "I'm a Christian"

I don't speak of this with pride

I'm confessing that I stumble

And I need Christ to be my guide.

When I say "I'm a Christian"

I'm not trying to be strong.

I'm professing that I'm weak

And I need His strength to carry on.

When I say "I'm a Christian"

I'm not bragging of success

I'm admitting that I have failed

And need God to clean my mess.

When I say "I'm a Christian"

I'm not claiming to be perfect.

My flaws are far too visible

But, God believes I'm worth it.

When I say "I'm 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'm a Christian"

I'm not holier than thou,

I'm just a simple sinner

Who received God good grace, somehow!

Have a BLESSED day!