Being Christian

I generally ignore and delete spam emails. This one, however, paints a true perspective of a Christian that is often missed.

The reality is we were born into this world just like everyone else. Along the way, we made our mistakes, picked ourselves up, and may even fall again ... but somehow, the divine encounters change us and continue to change us forever. During such encounters we humbly admit our need for Him and receive what we do not deserve. We commit to walk the straight and narrow path, though sometimes straying, we eventually make it back. Life is full of "sometimes it goes well, but other times, not" and requires our perseverance in the midst of great trials and testings.


BEAUTIFUL CHRISTIAN SISTER
by Maya Angelou

A woman's heart should be so hidden in Christ that a man should have to seek Him first to find her.'

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!