What is your “word” for 2012?
Is there a word or phrase that keeps rolling over in your heart and mind as we enter this new year? Mine is “wisdom.” Scripture instructs us, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” James 1:5
The world around us is filled with confusion. We need to carefully consider our choices as we move from day to day, month to month and year to year. There are those who continually make poor choices in relationships, finances, job situations and then wonder why their lives are so mixed up and filled with turmoil.
I’m praying this year that God directs all my choices. In my family, my job, my church life, my writing. But I need His wisdom to make those right choices. And He promised to give us wisdom, liberally – all we have to do is ask!
I bet your “word” is totally different from mine. Is it focus? Discipline? Transition? Priorities? Or maybe something like peace, joy, thankfulness…
One word is easier than a long list of resolutions.
So, what’s your word?
Joy is my word.
I’m going to really feel the joy and not hold it back.
Nice post!
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Comment by Loree Huebner — January 7, 2012
Loree,
Joy – a beautiful thought for 2012. I wish you joy throughout this new year!
Thanks for stopping by…
-Cynthia
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Comment by admin — January 7, 2012
Perseverance is my word. James 3:3 says that the testing of our faith develops perseverance. Already this year, our faith is being tested and we need the Lord’s help to persevere.
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Comment by Cindy Rooy — January 7, 2012
Cindy,
My friend, I know you have been through so many changes this past year. And you have made it through them all. Trusting that 2012 will bring new blessings to you and your family.
-Cynthia
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Comment by admin — January 7, 2012
Some years He gives me a verse, other times it’s a word or even a scene (I hate to say vision, because I don’t want to sound all mystical). This year it’s a verse, Matt 6:33. The phrase that keeps going over and over in my mind is: Seek Him first.
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Comment by Vonda Skelton — January 7, 2012
Vonda,
Seek Him first – that says it all. Thank you for the reminder. Happy New Year, my friend.
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Comment by admin — January 8, 2012
My word for this year is “follow” and it is weird that it should be, yet not so strange. You see, my word for last year was “trust.” Isn’t it true that one must “trust” someone before one is willing to “follow?”
I’ll tell you what, my “trust” last year led to my first book publication this year. Now it’s time to “follow” and see what happens this year.
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Comment by Peg Phifer — January 8, 2012
Peg,
Wow, I’m impressed. Trusting and following, leading to your first book contract. Please keep us informed where the following will bring you to this year! Congrats and thanks for stopping by…
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Comment by admin — January 8, 2012
My word is the same as last year’s (though I thought of it more as my personal theme… but I like the one word idea better): hope. If I’m hoping, then I’m trusting God more.
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Comment by Elaine Stock — January 8, 2012
Elaine,
Thank God that He always brings us HOPE. No matter what, no matter where. This touched my heart today, Thanks, Elaine. And here’s to hoping to meet you soon in this new year!
-Cynthia
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Comment by admin — January 8, 2012
My word is “Quietness”. Isa.30:15
In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.
Our lives are all very busy and we forget that it is in quietness and with a still small voice The Lord speaks to us. So “Quietness” is my word.
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Comment by Donna — January 14, 2012
Donna,
Love this scripture. Love quietness. Not a word that you hear much anymore…
God bless!
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Comment by admin — January 15, 2012