Alece of Grit and Glory has created something so great...a one wording little community. If you do not know Alece...you should go right now and read her blog. I stumbled on one of her post earlier this year and was immediately drawn to Alece and her heart. She writes so authentically raw it will leave you breathless and not feeling so alone. She has encouraged me with her words and her heart. She is beautiful in her brokeness and I just know God is going to do something amazing in her and through her (well He already has...He is just going to continue that good work!)
Okay...now to my One Word :: Twenty Eleven.
In 2008 it was Journey.
In 2009 it was Hope.
Over the last week I have been really thinking about the word He has given me for 2011. I have known what it would be for over a month. As I thought, journaled, and prayed I realized how the last two years have been a build up to this year. This word.
In 2008 I realized how the path He has us on it like a journey with all the beauty He gives us along the way. In 2009 I needed something I had not had for a while...hope.
He knew I would need to understand about journey and that I would need hope in all circumstances for the year 2011.
So what is my word?
This has been years coming.
I want to taste and see the freedom that comes from complete faith in Christ. I know He is our bondage breaker...I want to be set free. Emotionally. Physically. Mentally. Spiritually.
I want to make my choices based on what I want...what I think God wants for me. No more letting others opinions and ideas take precedence over my own. Speaking up when I feel I need to.
For years I have allowed others opinions and ideas influence me in a destructive way. I went to grad school because it what I thought I should do...because others told me too. I have not spoken up when I should. I have done things because I wanted to keep the peace or I felt like my opinion was not important enough. I bowed down to others instead of the one True God.
Lies.
Upon Lies.
From the enemy and I believed them for so long.
This journey I am on? It is about breaking free and living FULLY in CHRIST.
Hope.
I have that.
Now...
He sets me FREE.
I hope you will join me for the journey this year my friends...I have a feeling it is going to be awesome...because HE is writing every single page.
It's time for the caterpillar to become a butterfly.
For more One Word stories...or to join with your own One Word visit Alece at Grit and Glory.
Beautiful word! I think "freedom" would sum up 2010 very nicely for me (http://surrenderingmyall.blogspot.com/p/journey-to-freedom-my-story.html). Go for it, Critty! Take hold of your freedom in Christ!
Personally, I think "faithful" is a good word for me this new year: learning to be faithful as a daughter and sister, and in ALL areas of my life.
Blessings on your journey!
Taylor
Posted by: Miss Taylor | Thursday, January 06, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Freedom is an awesome word. A friend and I have been discussing the need for freedom. You should check out her post from yesterday (http://www.eloranicole.com/?p=1444)
My word this year is grace.
Posted by: Prudence | Wednesday, January 05, 2011 at 09:51 PM
Freedom!!!!
(Insert cool Scottish accent)
Posted by: Sharkbait | Wednesday, January 05, 2011 at 03:36 PM
Absolutely love your word! In Him I'm certain you will find it. Praying that is so!
Posted by: Pastor_T | Monday, January 03, 2011 at 02:22 PM
Christy,
What an amazing post..freedom is such a great word.
Posted by: Bindu | Monday, January 03, 2011 at 08:11 AM
What a wonderful year you will have when you embrace your word.
Freedom, from all that holds us back.
Freedom, in Christ.
Posted by: Sidnie | Monday, January 03, 2011 at 07:26 AM
Oo...freedom is a good word. Shake them chains off!
Posted by: Melissa | Monday, January 03, 2011 at 02:03 AM
I think that is a perfect word for your year! I can't wait to see what God does in your life this year.
Blessings dear friend,
Amy
Posted by: Amy @ Filled With Praise | Sunday, January 02, 2011 at 09:41 PM
wow. thank you for sharing part of your heart and journey. so excited for you to experience this freedom!
Posted by: Katy | Sunday, January 02, 2011 at 08:43 PM
christy, i've got tears in my eyes... thank you for your beautiful words. they feel like a gift today. one my heart is soaking up. thank you, friend.
and your one word? wow. so powerful. i can't help but be excited to see what God does in you and through you and with you this year.
(and i also can't help but hear william wallace of braveheart fame shouting, "freeeeeeedom!")
Posted by: alece | Sunday, January 02, 2011 at 05:06 PM
Beautiful word!
Posted by: Maureen | Sunday, January 02, 2011 at 04:30 PM
Christy,
If you don't mind, I think I'll borrow that "Word" and share in that journey towards freedom right along with you!
Posted by: Ginger | Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 11:28 PM
I love this word for you!
Posted by: A. | Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 04:34 PM
What a fitting word for you Christy! I have had mine in mind for a little while now, which I'm going to share on Monday.
Love Alece too. Her heart, her words, they are beautiful.
Posted by: kara | Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 02:42 PM
Sounds like such a neat idea. Mine is balance (though I'm not doing it "officially."). Praying you through, my friend!
Posted by: Joanne Sher | Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 10:44 AM
Heading over now to check out Alece!
Posted by: Amy Sullivan | Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 10:36 AM
I cannot think of a better word. It will be hard at time, but then? You can do my favorite thing: run wild & free. ;)
Posted by: K Marie | Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 12:27 AM