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. 
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. 
Author ~Maya Angelou~