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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 still feel the sting of pain.
I have my share of heartache, 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!