{"id":4084,"date":"2013-03-14T12:01:05","date_gmt":"2013-03-14T16:01:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.beliefnet.com\/lessonsfromarecoveringdoormat\/?p=4084"},"modified":"2013-02-11T14:12:41","modified_gmt":"2013-02-11T19:12:41","slug":"can-one-word-change-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/lessonsfromarecoveringdoormat\/2013\/03\/can-one-word-change-your-life.html","title":{"rendered":"Can One Word Change Your Life?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>I\u2019m thrilled to have Dan Britton, Jimmy Page and Jon Gordon<\/strong><\/a> as my guests today. They\u2019ve been doing One Word<\/strong><\/a> since 1999 and together wrote their newly released book, One Word That Will Change Your Life\u00a0<\/strong><\/a> (Wiley). Dan and Jimmy serve as Vice Presidents for the Fellowship of Christian.\u00a0They have been best friends and accountability partners after meeting each other at an FCA meeting in 1989. Jon Gordon\u2019s bestselling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. Jon is an active supporter and volunteer for his local FCA. Here\u2019s what they have to say about finding one word that can change your life:<\/p>\n

One Word That Will Change Your Life<\/strong>
\nby <\/strong>Dan Britton, Jimmy Page and Jon Gordon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cNo, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead,\u00a0I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us<\/em>.” \u2013 Philippians 3:13-14 (NLT)<\/p>\n

Every New Year, eighty-seven percent of us make New Years Resolutions. It provides us a fresh start and a clean slate. We can\u2019t wait to hit the reset button. We begin with the best of intentions and crank out our list of things to do this year \u2013 lose weight, improve our marriage, read a book each month, get a quiet time every morning, achieve a goal, and on-and-on.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Unfortunately, good intentions often meet reality and most of us experience the same frustrating results: false starts and failure. Over fifty percent will fail and quit within just 30 days. And ninety percent will crash and burn by the end of the year! It has been said that the definition of insanity is \u201cdoing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result.\u201d This may explain why despite all of the attention paid to getting healthy \u2013 new diets, new workouts, a new you \u2013we just keep getting bigger and unhealthier year after year.<\/p>\n

The biggest barrier to life-change is a lack of focus. We try to do too much, get overwhelmed, and then give up. Busyness leaves no time for mission and meaning and makes us stop caring about the things we care about. Clutter destroys energy and creates distractions that derail us. Complexity creates confusion that leads to paralysis.<\/p>\n

Back in 1999, we discovered the solution to failed resolutions. We traded in our long lists for the power and simplicity of One Word. By developing a One Word theme for the year, we discovered the secret to life-change. Less is best. The simplicity of focusing on One Word for the year brings clarity, power, and passion.\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Paul understood the power of focus. In Philippians 3, he pioneered the idea of focusing on one thing\u2014he put his past behind him and pressed on with focus. Narrowing the focus allows us to keep our eyes on the prize, finish the race, and receive the reward.<\/p>\n

Even NFL teams like the Patriots have discovered the power of One Word. In their no-huddle offense, they use just one word for their play calls. That one word tells all eleven players on the field everything they need to know. It creates simplicity, speed, and a virtually unstoppable attack.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>So as we begin the New Year, let\u2019s try a new approach. Let\u2019s throw out the endless lists. Let\u2019s focus on One Word. We believe that God has a word that is meant for you. And when you find it, live it, and share it God will bring great life-change, purpose, and impact.<\/p>\n

The One Word process has three simple steps \u2013 Look In, Look Up, and Look Out<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Step 1 \u2013 Prepare Your Heart (Look In)<\/strong> \u2013 This is where you take action to unplug from the hectic pace, noise, and clutter. Finding solitude and silence can be a difficult task, but to hear from God it\u2019s essential. There are three key questions to ask God as you look in: 1. What do I need? 2. What\u2019s in my way? 3. What needs to go? As we let God examine our heart, He will give us clarity.<\/p>\n

Step 2 \u2013 Discover Your Word (Look Up)<\/strong> \u2013 This step helps us plug in and listen up to God. Taking time for prayer \u2013 that simple conversation with God \u2013 is the place to start. Ask Him this question \u2013 What do you want to do in me and through me this year? This question will help you discover the word meant for you. Don\u2019t pick a good word; receive a God-word.<\/p>\n

Step 3 \u2013 Live Your Word (Look Out)<\/strong> \u2013 Once you discover the word that is meant for you, it\u2019s time to live it out. Your word will have impact in all areas of you life \u2013 physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, relational, and even financial. Keep your one word front and center. Tell your accountability partners and your family your word for the year. Write it in your journal. Post it on your refrigerator. Paint a One Word picture and hang it up where you will see it every day. Talk about it with your family at the dinner table. Do whatever it takes to keep it in focus and keep it fresh.<\/p>\n

In 2011, Jimmy\u2019s word was Life. For such a small word, it had a huge impact. Relationships improved as he became more aware of speaking words of life. His food choices got healthier as he focused on eating living foods. Financially, spending less brought less stress (and more life). Spiritually, he realized again and again the importance of starting the day and remaining connected to the Source of Life, Jesus Christ. He even replaced some old, negative patterns of thinking that were preventing him from experiencing abundant life.<\/p>\n

So if you want a new you in the New Year, get One Word. God will use that word to bring simplicity, focus and change. You will be amazed at how one word can change your life.<\/p>\n

Possible One Word choices to get you started:<\/strong>
\nMargin\u00a0 **\u00a0 Balance\u00a0 **\u00a0 Fun\u00a0 **\u00a0 Give\u00a0 **\u00a0 Pure\u00a0 **\u00a0 Heal\u00a0 **\u00a0 Humility\u00a0 **\u00a0 Purpose\u00a0 **\u00a0 Trust
\nCourage\u00a0 **\u00a0 Risk\u00a0 **\u00a0 Love\u00a0 **\u00a0 Pray\u00a0 **\u00a0 Ask\u00a0 **\u00a0 Discipline\u00a0 **\u00a0 Forgive\u00a0 **\u00a0 Commit\u00a0 **\u00a0 Fit<\/p>\n

Discover your ONE Word today at GetOneWord.com<\/strong><\/a>.
\n***************<\/p>\n

Join the Self-Love Movement\u2122<\/strong><\/a>! Take the 31 Days of Self-Love Commitment<\/strong><\/a> and get my book, How Do I Love Me? Let Me Count the Ways<\/a><\/strong> for free at http:\/\/howdoiloveme.com<\/a><\/strong>. Read my 2013 31 Days of Self-Love Posts HERE<\/strong><\/a>. Join the Self-Love Movement\u2122<\/strong><\/a>! on Facebook<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Please leave comments under my posts so we can stay connected.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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