> You might have seen this before, but anyway....:-)
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> Christians - By Maya Angelou
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> 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."
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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 Christ 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 need His 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 need God to clean my mess.
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> 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.
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> 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.
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> 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!
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> Share this with somebody who already has this understanding, as
>reinforcement. 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 Christians think they are "perfect" or "better than
>others"can be dispelled.
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> May the Peace of God that passes through all understanding be
>with you always!Jo-Anne A. Co www.weddingsareblessings.faithweb.com "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you & not to harm you, plans to give you hope & a future". Jeremiah 29:11 Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com
