This it’s the first year that I have ever felt such clear direction of what my word should be.

LOVE

Such a simple word, yet so complicated at the same time. It holds so much meaning to me, especially now. After experiencing heartache, I am learning even more what love really means.

I am learning that although fear can lay hold of me, perfect love casts out fear.

I am learning that even though he knew we would reject him, God came to save us, to die for us. He showed us ultimate love by coming, even while having this knowledge.

This coming year, I hope to learn more fully how to love God and people, unconditionally, with no reservations.

1 John 4:18
There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.