Bro. Gary Thomas delivered a wonderful sermon at church this morning, no better than any other, just one of those I have to share. Bro. Gary is a phenomenal preacher and 'teaches' every Sunday. He has the gift of grabbing my attention right from the beginning and holds me there, on the edge of the cliff through the whole thing. Closer to the end, he brings me down gradually, just enough time to soak it all in. I know this man has put a hidden camera in my house because he preaches to ME every Sunday!
Take up his cross daily.
The sermon today was from the book of Luke, chapter 9, verses 23-24. And yes, go get your bible... These words are from JESUS. I personally recommend you read 23-27.
During the sermon, Bro Gary read the poem below
When I say..."I am a Christian"
I'm not shouting "I am saved"
I'm whispering "I get lost!"
"That is why I chose this way."
When I say..."I am a Christian"
I don't speak of this with pride.
I'm confessing that I stumble
and need someone 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 I have failed
and cannot ever pay the debt.
When I say..."I am a Christian"
I'm not claiming to be perfect,
my flaws are 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 heartaches
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.
by Carroll Wimmer
Carol Wimmer has devoted her life to ministry through the arts. In addition to poetry, she also writes musicals, plays and scripture memory songs for children of all ages published by Sheep School Press. Married for thirty-two years and the mother of two grown children, Carol is currently a full time author.
http://www.carolwimmer.com/
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