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This writer sounds perplexed, which is why I am as well

I saw this poem posted on Facebook by a couple of acquaintances this morning: "When I say, 'I am a Christian' I’m not shouting, 'I’ve been saved!' I’m whispering, 'I get lost sometimes That’s why I chose this way' When I say, 'I am a Christian' I don’t speak with human pride I’m confessing that I stumble - needing God 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 pray for strength to carry on When I say, 'I am a Christian' I’m not bragging of success I’m admitting that I’ve failed and cannot ever pay the debt When I say, 'I am a Christian' I don’t think I know it all I submit to my confusion asking humbly to be taught When I say, '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, 'I am a Christian' I still feel the sting of pain I have my share of ...