The question was asked: what is your word for this year?
Hmm…I was forced to think.
What one word would I choose that would encompass my response to this
new year of 2021 and my place in it? I
can only speak for myself but perhaps my word could become yours as well.
STAY. If we can simply stay, in so many
areas of life, we can deal with whatever 2021, or any other year, will throw at
us. Here are my thoughts. You can probably add a few of your own to
this list.
STAY in
the Word.
I have hidden your word in my
heart that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11
Your word is a lamp to my feet
and a light for my path. Psalm
119:105
STAY in
prayer.
This is the confidence in
approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears
us. I John 5:14
Rejoice always, pray without
ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God, in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
STAY in
the moment.
… do not worry about tomorrow,
for tomorrow will worry about itself.
Matthew 6:34
Casting all your anxieties on him,
because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7
STAY
connected with Life: family, friends, church.
How good and pleasant it is when
brothers live together in unity! Psalm 133:1
We love because he first loved us.
1 John 4:19
STAY calm
and carry on!
Fear not, for I have redeemed
you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you…when you walk
through the fire, you will not be burned. Isaiah 43:2
Be still, and know that I am God.
Psalm 46:10
I offer you my word for 2021…STAY!