Maybe some people ditch their star word* at the end of the year and move on, but mine linger and mingle and hang out with the new word and all the other old ones.
Today I am reminded of "acceptance," the word I had several years ago. I knew back then that it was a part of grieving, something we were all doing a bit of during the pandemic. Now that I understand grieving in a horrible new way, I am beginning to understand acceptance a bit more. Today it feels like peace and gratitude and a breath of respite.
I was thinking more yesterday about "enthusiasm," my 2025 word. It has helped me to make better choices about what I do and don't spend time and energy on. If enthusiasm is en Theos, Holy Spirit inspired, then I will pay more attention to the things that are inspired or inspiring, and not force myself to do the things that aren't.
"Aspire" is another word that has continued to be influential, though it has morphed into the word "dream." I use "dream" to start Wordle to remind myself to keep dreaming and hoping and trusting that God is holding all of that and me.
"Guidance" was my word the very first year we got star words. It helped me make some big decisions and gave me the courage to ask for guidance. I'm sure I will need to keep on with that practice.
I had forgotten until just now that one year my word was "advent." 'Tis the season we're in now (ending tonight). This word helped me find Isaiah 60:22 that says, "When the time is right, I, the Lord, will make it happen." It's a powerful promise, and one I’ve learned to trust more and more.
Thanks, God.
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*A spiritual practice inspired by the story in Matthew's gospel of the magi following the star to Bethlehem when Jesus was born.
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