When I say, I am a Christian

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Please read and enjoy, Lucy

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>    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 this way.

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>    When I say..."I am a Christian"

>    I don't speak of this with pride.

>    I'm confessing that I stumble

>    and need someone to be my guide.

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>   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.

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>   When I say... "I am a Christian"

>   I'm not bragging of success.

>   I'm admitting I have failed

>   and cannot ever pay the debt.

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>   When I say... "I am a Christian"

>   I'm not claiming to be perfect,

>   My flaws are too visible

>   but, God believes I am worth it.

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>   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.

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>   When I say... "I am a Christian"

>   I do not wish to judge.

>   I have no authority.

>   I only know I'm loved.

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>   Share this with somebody

>   who already has this

>   understanding, as reinforcement.

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>   But more importantly, share this

>   with those who do not have

>   a clear understanding of

>   what it means to be a

>   Christian, so that the myth

>   that Chritians think they

>    are "perfect" or "better

>   than others" can be dispelled!!!

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>   Hope you enjoy a TERRIFIC THURSDAY..

>   and God's many blessings EVERY DAY!!!

>   Lots of Love..Debbie

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