Looking Back At Ministry
Larry r Linville

I look back on my ministry
and think how it could have been better
If I’d known then what I know now
even though I was a go-getter.

I know I gave it all I had
and tried to improve every day.
Each experience helped me grow
and follow God along the way.

New methods have been introduced
and computers have been employed.
We have upbeat music to sing
with the hymns we’ve always enjoyed.

Many old experiences
with fresh approaches from today
provide me with new excitement
converting my work into play.

They say a preacher never retires
and I’ve discovered that is true
even when I don’t serve a church
there is always so much to do.

I must get back to Sunday’s sermon
and make preparations at my best
so I can give inspiration
to the members and any guest.