Favourite verse: II Timothy 1:12b
 
“…for I know whom I have believed and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him until that day.”
 
Outside of the Scriptures themselves, one of my favourite quotes is from the missionary martyr Jim Eliott who wrote in his journal: “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep, in order to gain what he cannot lose.” That sums up my approach to life, especially at this time as I tackle this ‘final project’ – the pastorate here in Attleborough.
 
The Attleborough Baptist Church must not only survive, but it must thrive and grow continuing almost 200 years of ministry in this town.  With God’s help and guidance, and the combined efforts of the men and women who are so attached to this church, I have committed to:

• take utmost care of the souls of those who come to our church week after week, ensuring each has a firm assurance of their salvation as seen in II Timothy 1:12,
• make every effort to help each member grow in their faith through the application of God's Word to every part of their lives,
• and do all I can to attract new members, especially younger families, to the church to ensure it finds a new generation of leaders to take the local congregation forward into the coming decades.

• The Lord gave you today for a specific reason, so enjoy it and live in his strength!
• Be determined to enjoy your life even in difficult situations. 
• Every day you can choose to enjoy the things God gave you, keep praising God despite your circumstances, and you will enjoy your life to the fullest today.