In a previous post written January 13, 2013 I shared author Debbie Macomber's practice of selecting a special word for the new year.
Webster's Thesaurus describes "Hope" as anticipation, aspiration, assurance, belief, desire, expectancy, expectation, confidence, faith, optimism, prospect, trust.
He pointed out that wishing and hope are not the same thing. Wishing differs in the fact that often when one wishes for something they do not believe it will come to be. Whereas "hope" holds that special ingredient - expectancy. It says that the desired outcome can happen.
The apostle Paul wrote in Romans 5:4 "And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us."
Hugs Debbie
Oh Deb, I hope, hope, hope...
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely post. Thank you, Debbie, and thank you for the gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, this is such a lovely and touching post! And I absolutely love your beautiful photos! Happy New Year to you, and I wish you all the best in 2017...and always! :)
ReplyDeleteHope is a wonderful word, and perfect for (my) new year! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi Debbie, thank you for such a lovely post. I wish for all your hopes to come true this year. You get a mention on my blog today. My hope is that you will like it. :-) Barbara x
ReplyDeleteI think you will find that the word HOPE is agreed with everyone here. Beautiful photography Debbie!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat word Debbie! Hope is perfect.
ReplyDeleteI hope you measure that large tree in the second photograph to see if it's a Champion tree for your state and/or the nation.
http://www.americanforests.org/explore-forests/americas-biggest-trees/champion-trees-national-register/
Such inspiring words, Debbie. I hope we stay friends always.
ReplyDeleteWonderful message, Debbie, and so needed at this time. Hope also lifts aspirations and can initiate action. Let's hope positive outcomes arise.
ReplyDeleteHope is a good and positive word, good choice .
ReplyDeleteHello Debbie, I enjoyed visiting your blog and I think Hope is a great choice for this year. Hope for so many things in the world and our lives.
ReplyDeleteI found your blog via Barbara's March House Books Blog post :D)
HOPE - now that is a wonderful word to start the year with. Thank you, dearest Debbie, for your always uplifting posts. This one has such lovely photos as usual.
ReplyDeleteMy mother had embroidered the following on a beautiful piece of her mother's linen.
Hope comes as a gift from God through Grace (2 Th 2:16).
Blessings.
Beautiful Debbie! I've notice several people have shared a word for the year here and on instagram. I really like your selection. I think if I had to choose one word, it would be faith. Faith and hope are kindred spirits, don't you think? Sending you wishes for a wonderful 2017. Hugs, Bonnie
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Let's hope for the best is all anybody can ask for. I simply love your words and I wish , yes I still wish , that this New Year will bring the positive in each of us. 😘 Hugs
ReplyDeleteBeautiful snowy pictures and a perfect word choice, too. Happy New Year, Debbie!
ReplyDeleteLovely post, pictures, and word choice. Wishing you a hope-full 2017.
ReplyDeleteHope is such a wonderful word...can you imagine life without it? Thanks for starting off your posts for the year with such wonderful photos and words to live by. Wishing you a wonderful 2017 filled with hope!
ReplyDeleteLovely pick for 2017....Mine is 'steadfast love.' I kept coming across that phrase, and you know how it goes-something clicks, and that's your word. I always note somewhere in my Bible the word or phrase, and the year. It's been interesting to come across different words and the dates-Helps me remember all the goodness of the Lord....Here's hoping your new year is over flowing with blessings!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, Hope is the perfect word and thought for 2017. Thank you for you wonderful photos and inspiring words.
ReplyDeleteKathryn
What a beautiful blog. And you are so right about hope. People get upset and scared about politics or anxious about the future, but we know that our hope is built on nothing less than His blood and righteousness. We need not worry about world events because of that hope.
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I was very impressed with the article that you created, thank you for giving inspiration
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"Hope" and all of its attendant meanings is a great word to start the new year. Thank you as always for the inspiration:)
ReplyDeleteLibby
Beautiful post Debbie, I enjoyed reading it. Hope is a wonderful word for 2017.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Victoria
Dear Debbie,
ReplyDeleteFirst, thank you so much for your visit and kind thoughts. I always enjoy reading your words.
This is such a beautiful post! The photos are breathtaking, but the words you have shared touch my heart. Hope.... Yes, may we all keep hope in our hearts daily.
Wishing you the best, everyday.
blessings,
Penny
I hope you have a wonderful new year Debbie. Marion x
ReplyDeleteThis is really beautiful, Debbie. I was so happy to find your comment on my blog, and I wish you a year filled with hope and peace. Best wishes. xo
ReplyDeleteBonjour ma chère amie,
ReplyDeleteQue de bons voeux !
Merci pour ton gentil message laissé sur mon blog.
A mon tour, je te présente tous mes voeux les plus sincères. Que cette année soit à la hauteur de tes espérances. Pleine de petits et grands bonheurs à savourer chaque jour de l’année.
Toute mon amitié.
Gros bisous