Jan
Refine Your Search
Having painted a picture of the person you want to be at the end of 2010, your natural tendency will be to haphazardly hang the still-wet canvas on the wall and start along the path of transformation. Yet, this reaction will have you running in a thousand different directions because numerous godly characteristics make up the person you desire to become. By attempting to instill each virtue all at once, the likelihood is you’ll quickly burnout and be frustrated when all of them do not take root.
Instead of letting the wet paint run and blur your vision for change, you must take the time to narrow your focus. When you invest time and energy into developing a certain aspect of yourself, it will positively effect and spill over to other areas of your character. To help refine your search, examine a few scriptures that speak of virtues that have the potential to become your one word.
- Read the scripture passages found above. What are some words found in these passages that resonate with you? Why do you seem to be drawn to these words?
- Write down the words that, to this point, have stuck with you. Keep these words in highly visible places (bathroom mirror, bible, car dashboard, refrigerator, workspace, etc.) so you will be able to wrestle with them throughout the upcoming days.
FOR THOSE THAT HAVE ALREADY PICKED THEIR WORD FOR 2010
Your one word provides a lens not only to see your life and what God wants to do through you, but it also allows you to view and respond to your circumstances differently. Rather than just responding to life, you are proactively looking for ways to put your word into action. Keeping your eyes focused on God is the key to being formed into His image, because what you see determines the direction you go.
- In what ways are you going to use your word as a lens through which you will view life, God and your circumstances?
So far, we’ve talked about your hopes as well as the fears you have regarding change. Today we want to confront the hesitation you have towards the person you will become through your one word. We’d love to hear your response to the following question: In regards to your word (or potential word), why do you NOT want to become this type of person?
this post was written by:
Tony Ripa who has written 46 POSTS on myoneword.org
42 comments
kim
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 10:08AM
I love klove My word for the year is “satisfied”. I want to to satisfied in whatever God provides for me and be satisfied in what he has already given me.
Gwyn
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 10:36AM
My word is “patient”. I keep wanting to rush everything – this year i just want to be patient and wait for the Lord to give me what it is He wants me to have.
denise soliday
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 10:59AM
While listening to your question the one-word popped instantaneously into my head while driving…..”Displine”.
So i went home, and looked it up in the dictionary to be certain it could pertain to all the resolution’s one would make to be a better person.
Although noting what Webster’s 14th edition states would be extremely lengthy, you could glance at it in it’s entirety,..and read it for yourself.
But overall,….it is defined as branching out in knowledge.
I believe we lack Dicipline,..thats why all of our resolutions can be traced in wanting change something that we continue to do that makes us feel bad.
We continue to lack the very basic concept “self control”.
We live, breath and are learn all about our freedoms. Although this is an important element in life,..it’s just as important to understand that it is having that freedom that doom’s our behaviors in defeat too,..losing our ability to master over any of our resolutions.
Eve was able to eat of any fruit in the garden,..except from the tree of knowledge……in breaking her disipline,…it is that very knowlege that had her cast out of the garden.
Is it not AWFUL that we all have the knowledge,..but lack disciple.
We KNOW how to lose weight,
..we know how to stop smoking,
..we know how to refrain from harsh words.
..but do we????
How sad we live having the answer’s within,..but not the key to open the door.
I believe all resolutions could be resolvedsimply by using discipline.
Not only can it help us hold back from enduldging in too much,..but we can disciple our selves to read the word more,…floss more…or just simply cater more to other’s need’s then our own.
I could ramble for hour’s how this word just seem’s to fit perfect for the word of the year…..then unexpectantly,…within the first sentence of the definition, it’s as clear as day……
…we are told to see “Disciple”.
O.M.G!!!!! Discipline is rooted from Disciple.
…seriously,..what better word could there be!!!
In our journey to find our one word,..we are told to return to be follower’s of God,..WOW…isn’t that the truth to all resolutions!!!!
Sorry this was so long,.
I have chosen to use the word “Disipline” in it’s vast array of meanings….. and i will practice now,..but officially begin on new years day….which on my calender year is Easter,..because that’s when i view the new year begin’s.
The beautiful Holiday reminds us, that new year/new life doesn’t need to begin Jan 1st,….but instead the day we recognized how our sin’s were paid for in the death of God’s own beautiful son,..new life “New YEar” begin’s.
God Bless all, in sharing the Christian Faith with the world.
Roxanne Plunkett
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 11:02AM
Quiet is my word, to watch my tongue, think before speaking…..Why I would not want to be quiet is… I don’t want anyone to think I am unfriendly.
Sarah Hagley
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 11:15AM
My word is gift…We have been giving a gift of a special needs child and have been allowed to keep him here with us for 8 precious years. So my year is to view everday as a gift!!
Lisa Earl
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 11:21AM
Healing is my word, I had a complete breakdown back in October 2009. I had not realized how much I had held onto hurtful situations from my past and not delt with stress issued in the present. I also have other health issuse and I need to learn how to take care of myself. Healing throug God’s love and touch.
Connie Ives
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 12:00PM
My word is STAND (Ephesians 6:10-20) The armor of God. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Whenever I open my mouth, words may be given to me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare if fearlessly, as I should. STAND
Beth Wahlers
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 12:16PM
My chosen word is: FULL The word means completely filled; containing all that can be held; filled to utmost capacity.
I want to be full of God’s love & grace, full of the Fruit, full of neighborly love, full of God’s word, full of spiritual wisdom, full of compassion, full in contentment, full in seen and unseen blessings, full in mission work, I want to be so full, my cup runneth over. I’m tired of being hungry and satisfying myself with the wrong things, always feeling empty when in all reality,I look around and see how wonderful I have it. This kind of full doesn’t require dieting, or 5 small meals….I’m at the banquet table of the Lord craving to be Full!
Tod
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 12:22PM
My word is Spiritual. When I really allow the Holy Spirit to fill me my life, and the lives of the people around me, are so much better. If we are being spiritual we are doing God’s will and not our own, we are loving as He loves us, we are faithful as He is faithful to us, we are strong as He is strong.
HeidiRN
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 12:37PM
My word is “Humility.” Romans 12:16 in the Amplified Bible: Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty (snobbish, high-minded, exclusive), but readily adjust yourself to [people, things] and give yourselves to humble tasks. Never overestimate yourself or be wise in your own conceits. See also Prov 3:7.
I really wanted to pick love as my word since I have been studying it for over 6 months. But I have come to realize that all the attributes of love require one to be humble.
I believe that humilty is an essential part of being able to give and receive love. The word Humble has a lengthy definition but basically it means to remain under authority and not be concerned with self. I cannot be full of me and love others. Pride contaminates motives and blocks the growth of God’s love in me.
I cannot be a true reflection of the love of God if I continue to be me-minded. So, my word is humility.
Tiffany
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 12:44PM
I had many words in my head on the way to work this morning, but as I went through the steps suggested, the one word that popped out at me was “patient”. Then, as I read the scriptures above, I became even more certain that this is my word for 2010.
To answer the question posed…the reason I would NOT want to be this word is out of fear that things will not get done. I know I am impatient with many people in many facets of my life and it all boils down to getting things done, how I want them done, and when I want them done. I need to let go of this and be comforted that God will see to it that what needs to be done will be done. It is all in His hands…praise God!
Jonathan
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 1:07PM
My word is “BOLD”. To be bold in with my words, actions, faith, strength. I don’t want fear to control what I do. I want to be bold to pray with those I do not know. Bold to tell others about Christ. Bold to pray for the healing of the sick, poor, and the disenfranchised. To stand up for what I believe.
suzanne
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 1:13PM
My word is “glorify” — when I struggle with getting weary in doing good, the word GLORIFY reminds me Who I am living for and where the power comes from. When I struggle with thinking too much about myself, or thinking any negative thoughts, this word brings the focus back to Jesus. When I pray for someone else, I can pray for the Lord to bring glory to Himself in the way He answers those prayers.
suzanne
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 1:20PM
In answer to the question, why would I NOT want to be this person who glorifies God — speaking openly about wanting to glorify God might come across as preachy. So maybe it’s something you do quietly, from the inside out.
Christy
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 3:05PM
I heard about this site on KLOVE this morning and one word immediately came to mind…peace. Right now, I feel like I’m dealing with so much turmoil…turmoil in my finances, in dealing with other people, and even in just wrestling with my own mind sometimes. Even though my marriage and family are solid, I sometimes feel turmoil just bubbling under the surface. I know these are lies of the Enemy just trying to invade my thoughts and my search for serenity and unity…and peace. I have this Scripture verse to remind me that I am and can be even more blessed, no matter how bad things may seem on the surface.
Numbers 6:26 ‘May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.’
Susie Hinckley
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 7:05PM
My word is FEARLESS. I have to learn to trust God completely in everything so I can be fearless to serve, to worship, to testify, to tithe, to love completely. I have to be fearless in the trails and tribulations. To be fearless to enjoy life. I have to not be afraid like it says in Isaiah 41:10 “Don’t be afraid for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged for I am your God. I will strengthen you and hold you up with my victorious right hand.”
Christy F.
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 8:33PM
Why I would not become this person? One thing that can hinder me with becoming this person that is still and one who listens to the Father’s voice is my own will.
But my hearts desire is to become a woman who does NOT act out of her emotions. One who does NOT act in the moment. But a woman of WISDOM and a woman who thinks things through. To turn to the Bible and to godly council. The verses that help me with this are:
Proverbs 14:1 “The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.”
Proverbs 16:3 “Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.”
Psalms 27:13-14 “I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. (14) Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.”
Edy
posted: Jan 21, 2010 @ 10:10PM
Choice…. that is my one word. Life is about choices. I can choose to live the life God has placed before me rather than pleasing my own desires. I can choose to honor God in word, deed and thought. I can choose to encourage and love everyone around me. I can choose to look for the good in everyone, choose to show grace like God does to me. I can choose to get up and read God’s word and not sleep in, or even choose to spend time in prayer and meditation rather than watch tv. I can choose to tithe rather then rob God. I can choose to love and honor God with all of who I am.
For me it is all a CHOICE.
The Word says… “Choose this day whom you will serve.”
Nanette
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 1:48AM
I was listening to klove this morning and heard the story about the One Word. I thought it was a really cool idea! I started to think about the word that would best help me to be a better person this year. A word that would remind me to do something for myself and for God and my family and everyone that I meet on the streets. I started to ask what the One Word would be and immediately the word that came to mind was ENCOURAGE. This is what I will be working on this year. I want to become an encouraging person to God, myself, my family and friends and people I talk to in passing. I will have to find some scripture on this but I don’t think it will be very hard.
alicia wood
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 9:42AM
my one word is conquerer. i am an young woman whos married to an amazing man in the military. we have spent one year apart already. God is amazing and i believe i am about to be used for something great for the kingdom of God. i want to be ready and i want to conquer any task, test, trial that i have to go through. i will conquer anything with the power of God in me.
PJW
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 9:46AM
So this is the email I sent to my husband and my 13 year old daughter just now… I LOVE the one word idea… I think I will suggest that along with this verse, that we all choose to the “One Word” idea.
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I heard this on the way into work this morning… and wanted to share it with you. I would love for our family to claim this verse for our selves and our family this year… what do you think? I was pleased that my husband immediatly emailed back. “GOOD IDEA!”
…So all of our talk to others, in our family and outside, all of our thoughts OF others and our self talk too! Change our words and our thoughts… change our lives!!!
Psalm 19:14 (New International Version)
14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
AND this one….
Philippians 4:8 (New International Version)
8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
My word is PLEASING. Thank you KLOVE!
LaDonna
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 10:06AM
As I drove to work today, I heard you discussing your “one word.” I immediately knew what mine was supposed to be. Several years ago I was attending a Beth Moore bible study. She brought women from the audience and gave them letters from the alphabet. Each letter stood for something we women suffer from, such as D for Divorce or A for Abused. I sat there wondering why she did not have NE. I have led organizatons, been a fundraiser, won awards but have always felt I was “Not Enough.” It is amazing how God works in one’s life. I am currently take the Beth Moore Esther class. Last night she shared three scriptures that she keeps on her desk at all times. Colossians 2:10 jumped off the page at me. “For you have been made complete in Christ, who is the head over every power and authority.” I realize that when I suffer from feeling not enough, it takes away from what I give my husband, my children and my grandchildren, and especially whatI feel adequate enough to give to God. This year I will be made COMPLETE. God’s word says so.
Linda
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 10:24AM
The one word that immediately came to my mind is UNDERSTANDING. Just as God understands each of us in all of our inadequecies so I want to be understand of my fellow human beings. Life has taught me that all of us have burdens and pains that we carry with us through life. I want to work hard to see the uniqueness of each individual I meet and accept them just as they are with all of their flaws and inadequecies. This means not just those individuals that it is easy to get along with but all individuals. To see the presence of God in each of us and reach out with a smile and UNDERSTANDING.
Emily
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 10:28AM
My word is a word I can’t seem to get away from. This word has been on my heart for a couple of years…. To be honest as I was thining about words this one word had not entered my mind but when talking to my 15 yr old daugter this morning about doing this one word adventure she asked me what my word was and before I could even think I said… DETERMINED… so there it is… DETERMINED
I am looking forward to this time and studying this word and seeing where God is leading me…. I have studied this word somewhat but not really as to how it applies to my life.
Carrie
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 10:41AM
My word is “emptied.” Whew, this scares me. I have total faith that He will rid me of the things that get in the way of my relationship with Him. I have total faith that He will use the resulting vessel for His will. But I SO want to be in control, and I might like some of the things that need to be disposed of. And what if the things He wants me to do are uncomfortable? I feel as if I am about to step out of the boat, into those stormy waters. My heart says YES! YOU ARE SAFE!, but my brain says ARE YOU CRAZY? YOU’LL DROWN! I’ve got an interesting year ahead of me!
Randa
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 10:45AM
Ok, so I’ve been listening at work all week to the “One Word” idea and as I follow along I hear what other people have posted. They have chosen amazing words for amazing reasons…all the same reasons I would have also chosen those words. But one word in particular has struck me. Fearless. I want to be FEARLESS this year to do what God has called me to do and has planned for my family! Instead of standing back being afraid to move, afraid to speak out…I want to be FEARLESS to show God’s glory and lead others to Him!
Shirley
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 11:31AM
Desire
Desire is my one word I want use to decsribe me this year.
I desire to have the Lord place a burning dersire in my heart to always serve Him.
I desire to be the wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend that He created me to be.
I desire to be used by Him.
I desire to see all my friends and family that aren’t saved to come to know Jesus.
I desire that the Lord will bless me so I will be a blessing.
I desire to be called a righteous women of God.
I desire to be called a friend of God.
I desire to be a women after Gods own heart.
I desire to here my Lord and Savior say to me someday “Enter in my good and faithful servent”
My desire this year is to live everyday in the will of the Lord and be everything He wants me to be for Him.
Teena G
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 12:00PM
Thanks to k-love and your church for putting this out there for everyone to get involved with this “life changing program.” As i started this year, i took a good look at myself and my walk with Christ. i asked Christ what is it that keeps me limited for your full will, he spoke to my heart and said true, “truth,” so when i heard of this “my one word” program i my word became “truthful.” Thanks you much for listening to the word of our Jesus Christ and leading people to be more like him. i am so overjoyed to start this journey. please pray for my daily as i learn to walk closer to Christ.
Yvonne
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 2:33PM
Thank you k-love for your ministry. I listen to your station DAILY, and I have at times HAD to pull over to the side of the road and cry out to the Savior. Your music is been the driving force in my walk with the Lord. My one word is “Commitment”.
1. I commit to love God; with all my heart, soul, mind, & strength.
2. I commit to wait for true love, and teach young girls to do the same.
3. I commit to fulfill God’s purpose in my life.
4. I commit to love people unconditionally.
5. I commit to giving God my time, talent, and treasure.
6. I commit to receive God’s power, love & a sound mind in spite of the spirit of fear. II Tim 1:7
7. I commit to receive all he has for me now and in eternity.
8. I commit to hear God to say to me; when my spirit soars to be with him eternally.
*** 2 words… WELL DONE
marsha
posted: Jan 22, 2010 @ 9:45PM
My word is peace. I seek peace in the storms of my life and also I chose peace to let the peace of Christ work through me to others who are in need of peace also. I am around many who are lost,rejected,and hurt. I pray the Lord shows me more and more how to be peace in all this turmoil. God bless all…I thank the Lord for finding K-Love…
Jo Elynn
posted: Jan 23, 2010 @ 1:10PM
My word is SURRENDER. It came to mind immediately, and I can’t seem to even be able to consider another word.
When I became unhappy at my job last year, I put my situation in God’s hands. When I lost my job shortly thereafter, I knew He was in control, even if it wasn’t the way I had wanted. I acknowledged my powerlessness and was forced to surrender to God’s will for my situation.
I still have struggles, but I have been humbled before my mighty God. He moves my life according to His plan, not mine. I pray each day that I will be guided in His way and have courage enough to follow.
Where I have failed, He will always succeed. He lifts me up to be what He would have me be. I surrender my life to Him. Praise God and His mercy.
Nicole Matthews
posted: Jan 25, 2010 @ 11:49AM
LOVE the one word idea! You all were inspired!
I heard it about in on KLVE–what a gift that station is! I pondered various words on my way home, and realized I’d already chosen my word–written in my first song for the new Year–BIG! I want to be BIG…
(Here are the lyrics. To hear the song, please come and visit my blog: http://www.CommuneWithMe.com) May God bless us all to achieve/recieve the desire of our hearts!
BIG
Tapping my foot in this 2-4 time, I contemplate this upcoming march
It’s the song in my head that will keep me in line; this rhythm you’ve given my heart
There’s no place for timid, there’s no holding back: time now to give it a try
I’ve been warming the bench and it’s no accident that I finally have courage to fly
Go BIG or go home
This mantra won’t leave me alone
Life’s about living—might as well ‘live it large’
Since it’s all about giving I will give my whole heart
I really have nothing to lose
In the end I sure hope I’m well-used
Take all my powder and go light up the sky
Bring forth all kinds of lovely ‘til the day that I die
A renewable resource, an unending well:
There’s more to us than we can yet tell
Long years ago, back when I was small, I couldn’t wait until I was grown
Now I’ve lines round my eyes and I’ve gotten so tall! It’s so true—all of my years have flown!
I want to be big in the ways that count: mature, unselfish, generous, too
Unpretentious, accepting, committed, selecting the things that matter most—more like YOU
Go BIG to go home…
In our love, in our service
In whom we put before us
What we do with our gifts every day
How we spend all our free time,
Whether we choose to be kind
What we do
Who we choose
What we say
Go BIG to go home…
Nicole Matthews
posted: Jan 25, 2010 @ 11:53AM
Ooops, I posted it without the change I made in the second verse:
Long years ago, back when I was small, I couldn’t wait until I was grown
Now I’ve lines round my eyes and I’ve gotten so tall—but is my spirit GREAT, like my home?
I want to be big in the ways that count: mature, unselfish, generous, too
Unpretentious, accepting, committed, selecting the things that matter most—more like YOU
Colleen
posted: Jan 26, 2010 @ 12:26AM
I’m a little confused if I don’t want to become this person why would I pick it as my word, or is this one of those why Haven’t you become this person already kind of questions?
Either way my word Is Compassion because I’m tired of living in a word where the people around me only care about themselves. My only hesitation of becoming compassionate is…..well I’m not good with emotions, when I was growing up if you cried you got yelled at so I learned not too, if I become compassionate then I may become soft and people will start to take advantage and that’s just as unhealthy as no compassion at all right?
Colleen
posted: Jan 26, 2010 @ 12:32AM
Oops, that’s suppose to say I’m tired of living in a world not word
Nicole C.
posted: Jan 26, 2010 @ 9:53AM
Possibility: I trust God enough to have a back up plan in case the outcome is not what I hoped for…Fear of being stuck, helpless, alone.
Steve Crissey
posted: Jan 26, 2010 @ 1:53PM
My one word is Trust. Whenever I take a burden to the Lord in prayer and suppose to leave it at the foot of the cross It seems as though I walk away with a rope attached to that burden and drag it away with me. I need to Trust that God has heard my prayer and will deal with my burdens in His time according to His will.
Terri
posted: Jan 27, 2010 @ 1:28PM
In response to why I would not want to be a doer, if I am successfull in attaining my goals, I can envision others wanting even more from me. I will need to be prepared to set limits for myself as well as others.
Dana Babcock
posted: Jan 27, 2010 @ 4:49PM
My word is Joyful. I feel we should remain joyful, even when our circumstances, are not so joyful. In Nehemiah, 12:43, it says: God made them rejoice with great Joy. Sounds pretty good to me!!
Heather H.
posted: Jan 29, 2010 @ 9:42AM
The one reason I would not want the word commitment: When my life is fully commited to the Lord then I myself have no control; not that I do now. Plus I do not commit to things sometimes becuase of fear of the outcome; the word will make me push regardless of the outcome. It would be easier to just seat on the side lines instead of commiting to anything fully. That is why I would not want the word.
Linda
posted: Feb 10, 2010 @ 2:55PM
The reason I would not want to be a transforner is because it would mean having to change myself and allow God to desstory ALLof my safe walls and boxes. It would be easier to stay as is, but I am determined to get past this fear and move forward.
Linda
posted: Feb 13, 2010 @ 2:35PM
I also pray that the way I view life, God, and the situations in life that happen different. I want to get to a point where when things come up I will not view them as a “Oh MY God (said with fear in the voice)”, but more like what a Christian Commiedian said once “I don’t worry about things that happen. I just think God wants to put a new testimony in my life.”