Resolute

Well here we go! The first full week of the new year is the time to set all of the resolutions in place. Read more. Eat better. Exercise. Pray more. All good things that I need to do in the new year. Question is, will those things actually happen? Maybe? Here are some thoughts that help me in reaching resolutions or achieving goals.
1)Keep the long term in mind. We live in a 'drive-thru' world, and waiting is one of the most difficult things in the world for most of us. Patience is a virtue. Remember Galatians 6:9 - "And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." Don't Give up before your season arrives.
2)Don't let failure be your end. It is so easy to give up when we fail. If you do drop the ball along the way, pick it up and keep going. Resilience is a must in this thing called life. Your ability to get back up is key not only this year's resolutions, but in every area of life.
3)Will-power is not enough. What happens when it runs out? As much as we try to live with a mentality that says, "...roll up your shirt sleeves, and git-r-done...", will-power will run low! You will need strength from above. God's grace is sufficient for everything in your life. Look to him when you're running a little low on "will-power."
I hope that you are able to live into all of your new year's resolutions. If not fully, look for increase and improvement in those areas. Increase your knowledge of the word, lose a few pounds, improve your health-habits, grow in Christ, become a better parent, be a better spouse! All good ideas. Be RESOLUTE!