I was 23 when I came to Bellingham in 1960 - from Mars, they must have thought. I've always had a very sentimental feeling about the importance of that first ministry in my life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author reflects on arriving young in a new place and cherishes that early career start.
- In plain terms
- He feels sentimental about starting his ministry young in a new town.
- What can you take from it?
- Early career beginnings often hold deep sentimental value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you feel about your start?
- Why does the first job stick?
Another view
Some might find early beginnings unremarkable.
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