I'M A CHRISTIAN... 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.

Author ~Maya Angelou~
I agree with Maya; this is a very good description of
what it means to be a Christian.

Sybil Vaughn
I'm A Christian
by maya angelou

Dr. Maya Angelou is a remarkable
Renaissance woman who is hailed as one
of the great voices of contemporary literature.

As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling
author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist,
producer and director, she continues to travel
the world, spreading her legendary wisdom.  

Within the rhythm of her poetry and elegance
of her prose lies Angelou's unique power to
help readers of every orientation span the
lines of race and Angelou captivates
audiences through the vigor and sheer
beauty of her words and lyrics.
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