When I Say I am A Christian
 

When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not shouting, "I've been saved!"
I'm whispering, "I get lost! 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 heartache which is why I seek His name
 

When I say, "I am a Christian," I do not wish to judge
I have no authority--I only know I'm loved


Copyright 1988   Carol Wimmer

Used With Permission

Lead Me Father

When my hands are tired and my step is slow
Walk beside me and give me the strength to go
Fill my face with your courage so defeat won't show
Pick me up when I stumble so the world won't know
Lead me Father with the staff of life
give me the strength for a song
That the words I sing might more strength bring
To help some poor troubled weary worker along
When my way is light but I still can see
With a strong hand strike out the blindness in me
Show me work that I should carry on for Thee
Make my way straight and narrow like you wanted to be
Lead me Father

Performer is: Johnny Cash