Episode 58 - “How One Word from God Has the Power to Transform Your Year”

Date: January 3, 2025 Podcast Show Notes: Solo Episode with host Debbie Dufek   Welcome to The Women Behind the Words podcast! As we embrace the first few days of this new year, I’m thrilled to share a personal and transformative spiritual practice that has deeply impacted my life. For seven years, I’ve sought the Lord for a “word of the year,” and today, on the third day of 2025, I’ll take you through this meaningful journey, reflecting on how it has shaped my walk with Him and my purpose.   Episode Highlights: The Power of One Word: Discover how receiving a word from the Lord can bring focus, clarity, and purpose to your year, aligning your steps with His plans. Personal Stories: I’ll reflect on how each word has guided my life, from my first word TRUST, boldly confirmed on a highway billboard, to CREATIVE and PRUDENT, shaping my journey as an author, podcaster, and speaker. Life Lessons: Learn how these words have served as spiritual anchors, guiding me through life’s challenges, balancing family life, achieving certifications, and becoming an award-winning author. Why Seek a Word from God? Gain insight into how a single word can serve as a spiritual compass, helping you live intentionally with an eternal perspective. Practical Steps to Find Your Word: Spend time in prayer and Scripture, asking God to reveal your word. Write down your words and reflect on them regularly. Let it shape your decisions and priorities throughout the year.   Encouragement for 2025 As we step into the new year, I encourage you to ask God for a word to guide your path. Trust that He will use it to bring clarity, growth, and a deeper connection with Him. This simple yet powerful practice can help illuminate your journey and align your heart with His eternal purpose.   Scriptural Inspiration: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105   About the Host: Debbie Dufek is an author, conference and retreat speaker, inspirational storyteller, and host of the popular Women Behind the Words podcast. A certified writing and speaking coach, Deb inspires others to live deliberately for what matters most to Jesus. Her first book, Holy Interruptions: When God Taps You on the Shoulder, published by Bold Vision Books, was released in 2022. Debbie is also the founder of The Mom’s Luncheon, an annual event cherished by 150+ women for 35 years. Her passion is encouraging others to embrace God’s plans for their lives and share their stories, knowing that our stories hold the power to change lives and hearts for eternity.   Book Spotlight: Holy Interruptions: When God Taps You on the Shoulder Your Story Matters. We can change the course of history, one heart at a time, with our stories. God chooses and uses the unlikely to fulfill His plans. He proves it through the stories in His Word and continues to do so today. Learn how to fully surrender your story to Him and be ready when He taps you on the shoulder. Through biblical insights and poignant personal experiences, this book equips and inspires readers to embrace their unique stories and let God use them for His glory. For more details, visit www.debbiedufek.com.   Closing Message: Let’s make 2025 a year of walking hand in hand with Jesus, allowing Him to illuminate our paths and shape our stories for His glory. Together, let’s embrace this invitation to seek Him more intentionally, living lives marked by purpose, clarity, and His unmistakable presence.   Connect with Me: For more encouragement and resources, visit www.debbiedufek.com or email me at [email protected]. I return every email I receive.