We're the same...yet different...

Christians
by 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!