One Word

Have you ever created a new year's resolution?

Did you stick with it?

If you answered yes and then NO, then I have good news for you. What if I told you how to simplify your resolution into just ONE WORD.

That's what I did this year after learning about Jon Gordon's One Word  on Twitter. I love setting goals for myself but found myself struggling to follow through with a new year's resolution. Maybe it was because I was trying to focus on too many things, or maybe I was focusing on the wrong things. One Word seemed simple, almost too simple, but I gave it a try.

I followed Jon Gordon's action plan to create my One Word for the year. The process required deep reflection and lots of prayer. You don't choose your word; your word chooses you. I will admit that my One Word did not come to me immediately, nor did I expect it to. It took several days before it became obvious what my One Word should be. 

My One Word appeared to me in a favorite Bible verse:

"God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them." Romans 8:28

Living with meaning and purpose is essential to my being. But last year I began struggling with my purpose and questioning every decision that I made. So I began searching for a word that would inspire and motivate me. Then I realized what I really needed to do was stop trying to change who I was tired of being and focus on who I wanted to become.

My One Word for 2019:   PURPOSE

As soon as I decided on my word and declared it on social media, it was amazing how many times "purpose" showed up in my devotionals and my every day reading! I then started seeking out additional Bible verses that talked about purpose. I searched and found books and blogs that talked about purpose. And now, almost 7 months later, I have several journal pages about living a purposeful life that I can refer back to in order to keep focused and mindful.

So this is my mid-point of the year check-in on my One Word: Purpose!! Focusing on One Word has made a huge impact on my life. I'm excited to see where I will be at the end of the year. And I look forward to choosing a new word for 2020.

Will you join me?