When I saY, "I Am a Christian"

When I say, "I Am a Christian,"
I'm not shouting, "I am saved!"
I'm whispering, "I was lost."
That's why I chose His way.

When I say, "I Am a Christian,"
I dont speak of this with 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 still feel the sting of pain.
I have my share of heartaches,
Which is why I speak 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.

Carol S. Wimmer
Stories for a Teen's heart 3

噢主，你的爱在过了这么多年后依然深深地感动着我。