I recently came across this poem and it echoes my heart. I am a Christian and I serve a perfect God. Truth be told, I'm not perfect, but God loves me in spite of my imperfections. All he requires is that I believe, trust, love, and obey.
WHEN I SAY, "I AM A CHRISTIAN"
by Carol Wimmer
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I'm not shouting, "I've been saved!"
I'm whispering, "I get lost!
That's why I chose this way."
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I don't speak with human pride.
I'm confessing that I stumble-
needing God 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 pray for strength to carry on.
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I'm not bragging of success.
I'm admitting that I've failed
and cannot ever pay the debt.
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I don't think I know it all.
I submit to my confusion,
asking humbly to be taught.
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I'm not claiming to be perfect.
My flaws are all too visible,
but God believes I'm worth it.
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I still feel the sting of pain.
I have my share of heartache,
which is why I seek His name.
When I say, "I am a Christian,"
I do not wish to judge.
I have no authority-
I only know I'm loved.
