It took me a little bit of time to figure out what my word of the year would be.  I have come to the conclusion that the word STORY is my word of the year.  I want to take time to really listen to peoples stories.  I believe Jesus did this as he was here on earth.  Most of the time what people tell me is forgotten before the next time I see them.  I want to be intentional about listening in a way that connects me to each person's story and helps me pray for them, check in on them and make them feel important in my life.

The second part of this word for the year is for me to be bold in telling my story.  Which, in essense, is the story of God's grace and love.  The song by Big Daddy Weave titled "My Story" is one that has resonated with me since it came out and that sums up what I want to be able to speak to the world around me.

What is your story?  I would really love to hear it.