L Milton Hankins Poet Rhyme

My Spiritual Journey

A young lad of twelve I found myself
At the altar in our small country church
Confessing my sins,
To insure my spiritual health.

Then came the call to serve as a pastor
Grandma had always said I was the “preacher”
In the family,
I set out to serve my Master.

On to college and seminary at length
I studied hard and prepared to do my best
To serve the Lord,
With all my heart, mind, soul, and strength.

My faith sometimes wavered along the way
I wondered why Christians seemed, at times
So self-serving and phony,
It is especially hard to be “righteous” every day.

I finally retired after forty-some years of service
Seeking to find lasting peace through meditation
On the universe,
When I focus on nobler things, I feel less nervous!


Written on January 8, 2021
For the Spiritual Journey Contest

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Barbara Barry-Nishanian February 9, 2021 at 1:19 AM I left organized religion, after graduating from Methodist collenge. In N, Y. saw more hypocrisy, Head of large church married and sleeping with a tenant on my floor. You can find some peace in meditation, but I can't help but believe if you are honest with yourself. There is an emptiness that only God can fill. Remember...HE is not the one who disappointed you. I'm not a fanatic, nor in mainline Christendom, Soup mail me some time. I like your attitude Stay well friend. L Milton Hankins February 9, 2021 at 9:12 AM Thanks for your visit and your comments. Hope you are having a terrific week.

Andrea Dietrich January 8, 2021 at 5:45 PM It's fascinating to learn about people's lives. Yes, I think years of that work would be stressful. It's nice you know how to meditate! L Milton Hankins January 8, 2021 at 8:42 PM Thanks for your sweet comments, Andrea. I appreciate your read.

Jan Allison January 8, 2021 at 2:17 PM wow what an amazing spiritual journey you've been on, I love the fact your are honest to say you wavered I know many can relate to these lines but then continued on the right path:-) hugs JAN XX L Milton Hankins January 8, 2021 at 8:41 PM It pays to be honest in all things...even sometimes when it is a bit embarrassing. Thanks for your comment.