THE STRUGGLE CONTINUES

I call myself a Christian 
But I'm not always Christlike 
Sometimes people, things and situations 
Can get the best of me
Causing me to retreat 
From the faith in which I believe 
Momentarily 

I am also religious 
But not at all a fanatic 
Participating in countless hours in prayer 
Sharing tracks and knocking on doors 
Throughout the day 
And interrupting folks with god bless you 
As they go on their way

But to the best of my ability 
I try to lend a helping hand 
To those in need, the hungry I try to feed 
And a word of encouragement 
Only when necessary 

For friends and family I pray
Maybe once a week 
Or when I cannot sleep 
I think it's better than counting sheep 

I call myself a Christian 
And try to do the best I can
I am concerned about the environment 
Animals in the wild and my fellow man

So please don't judge me
Because sometimes I forget 
To dot my i's and cross my t's
One thing I am thankful for 
Is every day of life
I work very hard at being a better me.