When I say I Am a Christian by Carol Wimmer

Last weekend, my friend and I went to this second hand book store. It was filled with many books [of course], magazines & DVD's. But 1 book caught my attention, it was the "Chicken Soup for Christian Family". There were many stories of people from different backgrounds and denomination. This book made me realize how blessed I am to have a Godly-parents who raised me up to know that without God, I can do nothing! - There are times that we take for granted the small things, never knowing that what we have all along is what we really needed - nothing else! I have learned that God is more than enough for me and I thank Him dearly for my wonderful Family and my friends. 
One particular poem that was in the book caught my attention. This was written by Carol Wimmer and I feel like It's worth sharing ... enjoy!  

When I say I am a Christian

by Carol Wimmer

When I say, “I am a Christian”

I’m not shouting, “I’ve been saved!”

I’m whispering, “I get lost!

That’s why I chose this way”

When I say, “I am a Christian”

I don’t speak with human 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’m not bragging of success

I’m admitting that I’ve failed

and cannot ever pay the debt

When I say, “I am a Christian”

I don’t think I know it all

I submit to my confusion

asking humbly to be taught

When I say, “I am a Christian”

I’m not claiming to be perfect

My flaws are far too visible

but God believes I’m worth it

When I say, “I am a Christian”

I still feel the sting of pain

I have my share of heartache

which is why I seek 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