The practice of seeking a guiding word for the year has been a personal ritual that has steered me through the ebbs and flows of life and business. As we stand on the threshold of 2024, I am thrilled to share the word that has been whispered to my spirit through prayer and reflection: Hope.

The Personal Journey of Choosing a Word

For several years, I have engaged in a practice that involves seeking a word from God to anchor my perspective as I navigate life’s challenges. This practice is not a magic formula, nor am I asking you to subscribe to it. Instead, it’s an acknowledgment of the profound truth that what we focus on tends to grow.

I begin by praying for God to reveal a word, fully expecting that He will guide me. What unfolds next never ceases to fascinate me. Everywhere I turn, I see echoes of that word, and while part of me acknowledges that I might find what I’m looking for, there’s a deeper recognition that this chosen word carries a divine resonance.

The Power of Focused Attention

Last year, my word was “FOCUS,” and as I reflect on its impact, I recognize the transformative power of intentional focus. It helped me navigate challenges with clarity, enabling me to discern between what to say yes to and what to decline. Focusing on Jesus strengthened my resolve, providing me with the wisdom and wise counsel needed to navigate the intricacies of life and business.

For 2024, the chosen word is “HOPE.” It’s more than a mere aspiration; it’s a deliberate leaning into hope in my risen Savior. It’s hope in His promises, even if their fulfillment remains unseen. It’s hope for a better tomorrow, for the well-being and fulfillment of my children, for the flourishing of my marital relationship, and for my husband’s pursuit of becoming a filmmaker—a dream that is intertwined with his livelihood. Hope that every member of the Daredream community will find and follow through on what God has put on their hearts to do.

Biblical Foundation of Hope

The decision to embrace “HOPE” is not arbitrary. It aligns with the biblical exhortation to “hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful” (Hebrews 10:23). This verse anchors our faith in the unwavering faithfulness of God, emphasizing the importance of clinging to hope even in the face of uncertainties.

Inviting the Community into the Journey

As we collectively step into 2024, I extend an invitation to the entire Daredream community to join me in embracing the transformative power of hope. Just as my journey with “FOCUS” brought clarity, I believe that focusing on hope will infuse our endeavors with a resilient optimism rooted in our trust in God.

Final Thoughts

In choosing “HOPE” as the word for Daredream in 2024, we embark on a collective journey that transcends mere optimism. It’s a journey grounded in biblical principles, marked by a deliberate focus on the promises of our faithful God. Together, let us hold fast to our confession of hope, knowing that as we navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship, we do so with the assurance that He who promised is faithful.