When I say......

        
When I say I am a Christian.       
I’m not shouting I am saved.       
I’m whispering, I am lost.           
That’s why I chose His way.
 
When I say I am a Christian.
I’m not bragging of success.
I’m admitting frequent failure,
Knowing Christ has paid the debt.
When I say I am a Christian.   
I do not speak with pride.       
I’m confessing that I stumble       
And need Him as my guide. 
  
When I say I am a Christian.
I still feel the sting of pain.
And I have my share of heartaches,
Which is why I share His name.
When I say I am a Christian.    
I’m not trying to be strong.           
I’m professing human weekness       
And pray for strength to carry on.
When I say I am a Christian.
 I do not desire to judge
Of authority I have no claim
 I only know I’m loved.    
     

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