As always with the beginning of another year a particular word becomes my focus. Last year it was peace. Did I practice it perfectly? No but I experienced in the midst of the ups and downs of life an acceptance of things that I could not change and therein peace found me.
Someone once said "life is a journey not a destination". In my humble opinion one doesn't learn good things at once. They come to us in stages. They appear in adverse circumstances. They show up during a storm. It would be grand if we learned spiritual virtues while the sun shone, the birds sang, and the flowers bloomed. Unfortunately we don't grow and mature when life is easy...it takes tough challenges to strengthen one's muscles of faith.
With the beginning of a new year as well as a new decade my perfect word is "Trust". Perhaps those of you who also have a perfect word or words will share yours.
God Bless
Debbie
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your understanding." Proverbs 3:5 (NIV)
If you can trust people you will find peace.
ReplyDeleteLovely words, Peace and trust
ReplyDeleteThis year my word is Security.
What you wrote is oh so true. I think your word and the quote that goes with it is perfect way to approach a new year. Best always...
ReplyDeleteMy word for this year is 'joy.'
ReplyDeleteLove what you wrote about learning-so true. God bless you my friend!
My word for this year is Crossroads. I wrote about it on Morning Musings and Another Perfect Day. Trust is certainly a part of my journey as I stand at my crossroads and decide which way I should proceed!
ReplyDeleteHappy new year Debbie, I wish come loaded with good news, life is like that, there are not only easy roads and even the most beautiful roses have thorns, it is said here.
ReplyDeleteIt is life and as the poet says "Walker there is no road, you make your way when you walk".
Greetings.
What a wonderful post from you Debbie! Trust is not always an easy one to do especially with those we do not know very well. However it is always best to look for the good in people and in the world, thank you for reminding us to do so. My word would be 'thoughtfulness' as I find myself a little impatient to get things done and being thoughtful of what I am doing and why I do it would help me understand things for what they are!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful way to start 2020, Debbie!
ReplyDeleteLovely sentiments, Debbie! Both peace and trust are words I need to embrace right now with my husband so gravely ill. Thank you for helping me think about them. Your blog always makes me feel peaceful and I need it so much after today.
ReplyDelete"Trust" is a good word. That verse from Proverbs means a lot to me. Enjoyed what you said.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, Debbie! Your word is lovely. Trusting Him is important in our personal day-to day-lives, but also in helping us get through these tumultuous times. I have not chosen a word yet.
ReplyDeleteTRUST is a perfect word for the new year, Debbie. And it is no coincidence that I came over here to read your wonderful post today. Thank you, and I hope the new year is being kind to you so far. : )
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Trust is definitely a beautiful word, Debbie. Happy New Year to you and your family. Let's all pray for a good year.
ReplyDeleteYour words are beautiful Debbie and 'trust' is a good one , wishing you the best in the New Year.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, Debbie!
ReplyDeleteLast year my word was 'home', and I have been feeling more and more at home in my hometown. This year I chose 'open'. Representing how I want to approach new adventures.
I hope YOUR holidays were wonderful, and your word choice is terrific! Hoping 2020 is an awesome one for you and yours!
ReplyDeleteWish u a blessed 2020...
ReplyDeleteprecious read dear Debbie !
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing such inspiring thoughts ,i loved the quote ,i agree that our Faith in lord must not be shaken with worldly understandings because i truly believe that our where our brain is stopped or tired soul takes the flight from there :)
wishing you a blessed new year my wonderful friend filled with grace of our Creator ,love of loved ones and serenity of soul !
hugs!
Hello Debbie, your words ring very true and are so timely in our life.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a very happy year and I shall look forward to catching up with you regularly.
Warmest thoughts and regards, Sue xx
Wonderful post dearest Debbie. Love the word you chose - TRUST. I am going to use it.
ReplyDeleteMay the New Year be filled with the Love and Peace of our lord.
I give Blessings for you and our friendship.
Such true words, Debbie. Trust should be a great word for 2020. Happy New Year to you and your family--may it be filled with much happiness.
ReplyDeletelove your word for this year 'trust' is so important in so many things...my word that came to me was 'embrace' so i will see where that takes me :)
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