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.'
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!
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But Jesus thought that I was to die for!
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Everything can change in the blink of an eye
But don't worry, God never blinks.
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How lovely. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteRhonda
That is beautiful Marydon, a wonderful post, Blessings to you, Hugs Marilou
ReplyDeleteI really, really love this! Captures the truth of it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great reminder, Marydon! Thank you for sharing with us.
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Sandra
A wonderful post, thank you for sharing. It was perfect. Take care:)
ReplyDeleteLOVE this Marydon! We need to shout it from the rooftops!! Hope you are having a great day!
ReplyDeletehugs my dear friend!
A good word. Have a blessed Sunday!
ReplyDeleteI read that a long time ago - I loved it and you brought back memories of my mom. Thanks. sandie
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon, thanks for your beautiful post today! Have a great weekend, Nan
ReplyDeleteI am also a very committed Christian, sugar. Most people think Mormons aren't Christian, but I'm here to tell you we most certainly are. Christ is the center of this home and all homes of the people I know. My God is a powerful God and loves each and everyone of us, no matter what. I'm trying to love and not judge, my worst sins probably.
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Connie
Hi Marydon!
ReplyDeleteThis post is sooo you! I love your passion and spirit and faith.
Thank-you for the great music too.....
love, kelee
So true. Happy Spiritual Sunday!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful words Marydon. Sending my love to you and Harold and blessings for your Sunday.
ReplyDeleteYou presented this beautifully.
ReplyDeleteYes we are all in the same place. Following Him and knowing that even though we follow His foosteps, we shall never fill his shoes. Bless you. CML
Your words couldn't be more true! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for a wonderful week,
Natasha.
good reminder...none of us are perfect..
ReplyDeleteI am not perfect but just blessed:) Have a sweet Sunday! HUGS!
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog. In reference to your concern for the appeal of assistance to the family who lost their daughter; this family lives in the Philipines and I'm not at all sure of the laws in that country, but I removed the post from my blog so as not to cause skepticism. It was a "cut and paste" story taken from another blog for awareness. Hope your day is blessed! Peace, Mollye
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely reminder this Sunday. Thank you for sharing this with us. I stumble and need His guidance all the time. Oh do I fall short! But I ask for forgiveness and confess my sins, and He washes me clean.
ReplyDeleteHi My Dear Sweet Marydon,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post for today. So perfect and speaks to the heart. I have seen this verse before and saved it to my files of inspiration. A sweet reminder of what it is like to be a Christian in the world. Truth and direction for our daily walk as we take our journey home, some glad day.
Thank you always for your gift of beauty in words and hope.
Big Texas hugs come your way.
Blessing and love to you,
Celestina Marie
There needs to be more of this said. Have a wonderful Sunday.
ReplyDeleteJen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
Hi Marydon,
ReplyDeleteYes everything can change in the blink of an eye. Thanks for sharing on SS.
Hi there!! I just hope that your Sunday is treating you special.......
ReplyDeletePS...I just sent you an email, so if you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam folder. :o)
This was beautiful sweet sis! I am so glad you commented on the other matter because someone is totally giving wrong info out here and working in a large research hospital for 13 years I know the hospitals have social workers who can come to the aid of families. Blessings to you and I pray that others will find their way as we have. Hugs Anne
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely post... what a resounding truth!! thank you for stopping by earlier.
ReplyDeletehave a blessed week ahead,
love and blessings from India
Ruth
Amen!
ReplyDeleteLeann
Oh my how true, this should keep us humble and help us to remember we were all sinners and the sacrifice that was made for us.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the post, I love it
nice...
ReplyDeleteThis is so true! Thanks for stopping by my photo blog today!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.
ReplyDeleteAmen!
ReplyDeleteAMEN ..Marydon!
ReplyDeleteWarmly,
deb :)
This is one of my favorites, Marydon. I love it!
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon, I'm still making my Pink Saturday visits. Love your pink post this week, this post is just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage
Beautiful description of a Christian. I love it. Thank you for sharing.
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Charlotte
This is so beautiful! I was just reading your post after this as well. How special to be able to visit these special people in your life.
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Ginger
Yes indeed I am not perfect but thru God everything was meaningful...Nice post...and thanks for visiting my post too...Blessed Sunday to you.
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