a new year


I have never been one for making big new years resolutions but I do love that feeling of a brand new slate full to the brim with hope and possibility. This year I was inspired to choose a word to focus on over the next twelve months. I wasn't really sure where to start in finding the right one but a few days ago the Lord put Rise on my heart in a big way and although it isn't as flashy or pretty as some of the others I was considering, I like it - I am feeling the depth hidden in the many meanings and I am so looking forward to embracing it in 2014. God also put this verse out of Isaiah on my heart and so I am embracing it too as my verse for the new year:

Arise from the depression and prostration in which circumstances have have kept you-rise to a new life! Shine, be radiant with the glory of the Lord, for the light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you! Isaiah 60:1

Here are just a few ways I am hoping to Rise in the coming days:

Rise earlier to embrace each day as a gift and to prepare my heart for all that God has in store
Rise above fear that holds me back from really pursing the things that God has entrusted me with
Rise above what I think others want me to be and focus on who I am as a daughter of Jesus
Rise to a fuller potential and be bolder in my faith

So what about you did you make any resolutions or choose a word to embrace this year? I am so looking forward to what 2014 has in store - many blessings friends and happy new year!

12 comments:

  1. Wonderful thoughts for the new year! I am in...

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  2. Rise is a wonderful word of intention. Happy New Year, Rebekah!

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  3. Words that resound through many of us I am sure...Happy New Year. xx

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  4. I love that word and all of its meanings! I just stumbled upon your blog and was amazed that your resolutions sound very similar to mine. Have a great year! :)

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  5. I love it!! I love your word, the verse from Isaiah and examples of putting your word into action. Beautiful. My word for this year is Renew :)

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  6. I love Rise! I actually blogged about this too a few days ago. My word for the year is Return. Return to the Lord each day despite the bitterness and brokenness in my heart. Thanks for sharing!

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  7. Wonderful! I've resolved to get up earlier as well! So far it's totally helped me start the day on the right foot. I'm so hopeful that your year is going to be beautiful!

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  8. Beautiful word! Mine is "release."

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  9. What an inspiring quote. I do hope 2014 brings you and your family happiness and good health. My own guiding word for this year is "Mindful".

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  10. I love the motif of rising! My word is abide.

    ~Taylor

    http://liveandmove.co

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  11. Love this word and that verse too! Very powerful stuff there. :)

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  12. Beautiful sentiment and thought to share with others.

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