I am a Christian.

I AM A CHRISTIAN
By Maya Angelou
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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When I say... "I am a Christian"
I'm not holier than thou,
I'm just a simple sinner
who received God's good grace,
somehow.