From Jason:

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.

This poem by Maya Angelou makes you look at yourself as a Christian and ask those questions of what it all means. We are not perfect and dont preach that we are. Everyone has needs and seeks somewhere to go for that guidance and help. Sometimes its within ourselves or by going to a physical place to find Christ. For everyone it could be a different place or activity that brings us closer to Christ, whether it be walking out in the woods, or just taking some alone time to meditate in your own special place. We all have flaws, heartaches, and sins that we need to seek guidance in healing and that is a big part in being Christian and finding that place where YOU find Christ.