I was young; now I am older… (Psalm 37:25)
As a young preacher I had answers; now I have questions.
As a young preacher I knew how to pastor; now I find myself ever seeking guidance from God.
As a young preacher I talked about grace and forgiveness; as an older preacher I have learned to practice grace and forgiveness.
As a young preacher I had enthusiasm; now I prefer wisdom.
As a young preacher I longed for the affirmation of denominational leaders; now I am affirmed by family and friends.
As a young preacher I sought fidelity to denominational doctrine; now I earnestly seek for truth of the historic Faith.
As a young preacher I emphasized faith; now love and hope have priority.
As a young preacher I was restless; now I am long-suffering.
As a young preacher I was the son of the church; as an older preacher I am a father of the church.
As a young preacher I wanted to win the world; as an older preacher I am looking for one more mountain to conquer.
I wish I had been an older preacher when I was young. As the very least I should have listened to older preachers.
