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<\/a>Oh there are a few things I know about this new journey.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
I know the lead pastor. Shan and I have worked together for a while. He hired me years ago to be his ministry assistant for small groups. Over the past nine years, we\u2019ve not only had a working relationship, but a pastoral relationship as well. Shan has ministered to me and my family through difficult times as well as victorious moments. It will be a pleasure working with him again.<\/p>\n
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I know the job. I\u2019m a secretary. I\u2019ve been one in some capacity since I was 16 years old. I also know this position will require much more than just being a secretary. But I believe that I\u2019ve been prepared through my life for this moment (\u201c\u2026for such a time as this.\u201d <\/em>Esther 4:14b \u2013 NIV). To be what I know I can be and be successful at it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I know God has gone before me. God has prepared the way for me. He has created an atmosphere where there is no need to doubt. No need to fear. No need to be discouraged. \u201cThe Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.\u201d <\/em>(Deuteronomy 31:8 \u2013 NIV)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Perhaps you are beginning a new journey. There may be some big unknowns for you. Know this. God is with you and He has gone before you to prepare the way. Hold on to the Deuteronomy passage. If that is the only thing you know on this journey, it is the best thing you can know.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I also love an Ephesians passage that gives me great hope. Maybe you can use it as well. \u201cNow to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.\u201d <\/em>(Ephesians 3:20-21 \u2013 NIV)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I am so thankful to have God\u2019s power within me. To be honest, I know I couldn\u2019t do much of what I do without His power. I will hold fast to His power while I\u2019m on this journey.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are still plenty of unknowns. I know little of the church, the staff or any of their programs. But I know with God\u2019s help, I will.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n So my goal through this transition will be to hold on to what I do know. Stand with God\u2019s power. Grasp His promises. Walk in His footsteps. With my knowledge and God, it will be a great journey.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Grace and peace be yours in abundance,<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Donna<\/p>\n <\/p>\n