Finding Our Theme for the Year

At this year’s summer retreat, each of us shared a scripture and a word to guide our year. We’d love to hear from you too! What scripture would you choose as your theme this year? And what word would you pair with it?

"Shalom"
Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.

"Present"
Proverbs 3:6
In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

"Trust"
Lamentations 3:22-23
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

"Discovery"
Isaiah 43:19
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.

"Community"
Nehemiah 6:3

Nehemiah 6:3 — So I sent messengers to them with this reply: “I am carrying on a great project and cannot go down. Why should the work stop while I leave it and go down to you?”

"Peace"
John 16:33
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.

"Reliance"
John 15:5
I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.

"Courage"
Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

"Heart"
Matthew 22:37
Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”

"Proactive"
2 Corinthians

"Present, Intentional, Priorities"
Psalms 118:24
The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.

"Purpose"
Proverbs 16:3
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.