Alan’s ‘notes to self’ as he continues to ponder the move to Worle Baptist Church.

As I prepare to move to Worle, I’m seeking to take a leaf out of the apostle Paul’s book (Philippians 3:13,14). It means prayerfully putting the past in perspective and allowing myself to be inspired by what lies ahead. Confessing Jesus as Lord in the present means surrendering both my past and future into his sovereign hands.

The present has, however, taken an unexpected turn. Helen’s need for an operation within the next few weeks following her diagnosis with breast cancer wasn’t in the script we had drafted! We are currently being upheld and encouraged by the love and prayers of ‘old’ friends here in Exeter and ‘new’ friends up in Worle. Typing this on Tuesday evening (3^rd December) we still don’t know when Helen’s op will take place. But we do know who’s in charge of the diary! And so we continue to trust God that He’s got it all covered and sorted. Proverbs 19:21 comes to mind: Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails. ‘Amen’ to that!