I ran across this poem and it is so meaningful because I believe it addresses where many Christians know they are. We realize more than anyone our fallen condition. Being a Christian is not about thinking we are better than someone else. It is about realizing that was have been saved by grace. It is a realization that as someone saved by grace we have a unique opportunity and responsibility to share that message of forgiveness and hope with a fallen and hurting world. The message that God in his mercy sent His only Son as a ransom for me and for you. What an opportunity! What a powerful message!
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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That's a great poem, Keith! Thanks for sharing it.
Thank you for your kind comments.
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