The new year is here and its a time for new beginnings. I like to have a focus for my year or it makes me feel like my year is chaotic. So about 5 years ago I starting doing a word of the year. I saw others online talking about it and I liked the idea.
Some people choose their word of the year but the Lord seems to always give me mine. Every December I start praying for Him to show me what my focus for the new year coming should be and every year a word begins to pop up in front of me everywhere.
Now, I’ll be honest. It’s not always a word that I would choose for myself (like abundance or fun) but it is always what I need. You know, Jesus works like that!
It’s usually an indicator of what the year is going to bring but that’s actually a comfort for me. I remember the word throughout the year and I know that it’s one of the ways that the Lord guides me.
This year I am super excited about my word. Last year my word of the year was “love” and boy was it ever correct. I had to learn to love some people in my life that challenge me. I had to learn to love myself more too. To extend myself grace and love who I am without hesitation. I had to learn to love the process of change as the Lord is working new things in my life and well…all.the.change! I have had to learn to love my enemies and practice the art of bless and release. It was the year of love for me for sure.
I am excited to announce that my word for 2017 is…(dun dun DUH…)….BREAKTHROUGH! I am not sure what the year will bring but I know that I am more than ready for some serious breakthroughs in my life. I am aware that breakthroughs often come after a lot of testing and trials so I am keeping a realistic view, but I am excited to see how it’s all gonna happen.
What about you? Do you have a word of the year? If not, why not try it this year. Pray for the Lord to show you your word, then keep your eyes and ears open. He will show you what it needs to be.
Here’s to 2017 y’all!
(Leave a comment below and let me know what your word of the year is! I want to hear from you!)
Blessings,
Melodye
The word he gave me is Intentional ❤️
Blessings
What a great word! I love it.
I do not have one as of yet.. it’s not the first I’ve heard of it, however, it is the first I’ve cognitively considered seeking God’s guidance on being given one. I will get back to you on this, either way it goes… have a Blessed Day Melodye, in His Love, Amen.
Yes. Let me know! I am so glad this was helpful!
Dont know whatyou word is. Still a lot on my mind lately. Gonna pray right now and wait for his answer. I think this is a great ideal.thanks for sharing.
Vicki
Yes. Pray and be open to receiving it. He will give it to you.