Saturday, August 20, 2011

Be Encouraged


'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 that 'I am a Christian', I am not shouting that 'I am clean living.  I'm whispering 'I was lost, but 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.

     


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!

Thought I'd share this pretty poem... 
  
                                                
 

1 comment:

Anne said...

Have you listened to Sovereign Grace's album Valley of Vision? I have really enjoyed it. :) Christine Dente (I think) also came out with an album this year based on The Valley of Vision. It came to my mind because of the "You might also like" mention.