The following poem says much about what it means to be a Christian. Sometimes we Christians convey the idea that we are better than other people. Poet Laureate Maya Angelou eloquently helps us understand otherwise. I hope you will enjoy her writing as much as I did. ChristianBy Maya Angelou 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! It is Reformation week and we Christians should be the first to realize that our salvation and faith has nothing to do with us but everything to do with God. Amazing grace, how sweet the sound that saved a sinner like me.
