New Year’s resolutions are a shallow attempt to effect change in our lives. How many years and how many broken promises? The only way to truly change, is to lean into Christ. He is the foundation we need to effect change in our lives that is truly effective. We can’t do it alone. Many know the Truth but fail to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit. Many don’t know the Truth and need someone to guide them. This is why we see so much darkness in the world.
When you look back on your life, how have you treated yourself? How have you done with the choices you’ve made and the paths you’ve taken? Have you taken good care of yourself? Stop blaming everyone else for your shortcomings. Stop waiting on everyone else to motivate you. Motivate yourself. Read and study the Bible more. Spend more time with God to become more spiritually stimulated and aware. Then, as you depend on the strength of the Holy Spirit, you become more confident. God will help you become the person He created you to be. Philippians 4:13 (NLT) says, “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”
You want to really see change? Start with you! Start being the Light in your own life to effect change that others will see. Then you can help guide others to make changes in their own life. This is our purpose. This is our calling. One relationship at a time.
So what stops you from stepping in a new direction? Does the big picture appear to be overwhelming and unachievable? Stop focusing on the big picture and long-term goals and start focusing on short-term goals. They’re not as overwhelming. If you’re unhealthy because of what you eat, start making the effort to eat healthier. Start by cutting down on portion size. Eat less, more frequently. Eat because you need to, not because you want to. If you have a habit of late night snacking, instead of eating unhealthy sugary snacks, eat healthier snacks like fruit and nuts. If you drink six sugary drinks a day, start by cutting it to five, then four, and so on. If you’re not used to walking, don’t walk a mile, start with walking short distances. If you’re a smoker, don’t light up another one because it’s a habit, put it off until you’re struggling and can’t put it off any longer. Then, smoke only half. If you drink alcohol, think about why and how much you drink. Cut down on the frequency and the amount you consume. Do you drink to reduce stress? Exercise also reduces stress. Start with light exercise. Don’t overdo it. Just make the effort to do better. Whatever it is you need to do, start today. Stop putting it off. No matter how small the steps appear, it’s the small steps that slowly but surely get you there.
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