"I am a Christian"

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.

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When I read this poem I am reminded of imperfection and grace. Because of my imperfections I must stand firm in my faith that God will grant me the grace and mercy that I need. And because of the love that God has for me I want to show the people I surround myself with God's love and His grace. I want to shower my friends and family with an immeasurable amount of grace each day because God has done it to me repeatedly. Fortunately I have great people by my side that make this easy and something I want to do. But in return I ask for the same immeasurable amount of grace and love back. Life is too short for strife and heartache that can be resolved through showing each other grace.

That's life tip #1 for you.