7 Statements

 ~ Christian Realities ~

 

Introduction  ~  The following is from an unknown source. 

 

When I say that “I am a Christian,” I am not shouting that “I am clean living.”

I am whispering, “I was lost, but now I’m found and forgiven.”

 

When I say that “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 that “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 that “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 that “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 that “I am a Christian,” I still feel the sting of pain.  

I have my shares of heartaches, so I call upon His name.

 

When I say that “I am a Christian,” I’m not holier than thou.  

I’m just a simple sinner who received God’s good grace somehow!

 

~ Robert Lloyd Russell, ABUNDANT LIFE NOW blog.

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