I’m Not a Fake Christian

I’m not a fake Christian.

I have flaws and I have sinned. I know all about carrying the weight of your sins on your heart. They’re there every day. They walk around with me and are known by those that are close to me. They’re not something I hide anymore because the first step in accepting your past, is to admit them.

And just like those that know my sins and accept me in spite of them, God knows them and He still loves me too. God accepts me and He forgives me.

I’m not a preachy type but I’m honest (sometimes brutally honest) so I’ll share my faith but I’ll respect our differences.

I’m not here to tell you life is easier now that I’ve found God. No, it’s not easier but having faith gives me strength. Life is still hard and I still battle anxiety and struggle with depression but with God, my life is full of purpose.

We didn’t always have a relationship, God and I. I turned away for many years and the only times you saw me at church was Easter and Christmas (if then). I know that, He knows that, and now you know that. This makes me an imperfect human (which we all are) and what’s important is I go to church now and we have a relationship again.

I’m not here to tell you that I’m raising perfect, little angels who will live according to God’s Word all the time. My children throw tantrums and drive me crazy everyday but they’re my ministry in life. If my children were perfect, well then my job would be done. I know they’ll make mistakes, just as I have, but my hope is that I can teach them to run to God in their struggles and know that He loves them.

I can’t spout off scriptures off the top of my head all day. I share verses on my page because His Words give me strength in my trials and give me hope when I have worries about the future (my hope is that they do the same for you). But I’m not a theologian and I’ve never read the Bible cover to cover.

No, I’m not a fake Christian. Don’t call me a “Bible thumper” and say that I think I’m “holier than thou.” Don’t judge me for having faith and I’ll still love you even if you don’t have any (although I’ll pray you find it).

No hypocrisy here, I’m not shy to say I’m a sinner too. We’re all His children and children make mistakes. So let’s end the judgement. Let’s end the hate.

I’m not a fake Christian, just call me a Christian. 

Let’s just live as Christians who love God and spread His Word.

Can I get an Amen?