If the word is something new that you have never heard before, it may be a directional word from the Lord, but don’t act on it right away. Test it like you would any other guidance from the Lord.
Remember, personal prophecy is only one of the seven keys of God’s guidance, and it alone should not be leaned on in making major decisions in our life. However, it is an important way that God guides the New Testament believer, and it should not be overlooked in seeking God’s direction for our lives.