Yesterday we looked at some practical ways to fulfill our New Year’s Resolutions, specifically in the area of losing weight. If I resolved to lose 50lbs by the end of the year, I most likely wouldn’t make it. Why? Because losing 50lbs by the end of the year is such a vague goal. It’s not realistic and the only way it’s measurable is at the end of the year when I weigh myself.

So, instead I resolved to work out 3 times a week for at least 30 minutes. That’s realistic and measurable. I can take time out of my week on 3 separate occasions (not a huge sacrifice) to work out. Then at the end of the week, I can look back and measure how well I did. Maybe I only worked out twice that week. I can see that, correct it and do better the next time.

When it comes to your walk with God, resolve to spend at least 5 minutes a day reading your Bible and in prayer. To some of you, that may seem insulting. Well, we’re not as spiritual as you. And that doesn’t mean that’s all the time you spend with God. You can spend more, but resolve to spend at least 5 minutes. Is that too much to ask for the Creator of the Universe?

At the end of your day, you can look back and see if you spent at least 5 minutes with God. If you haven’t, do it before you go to bed. C’mon it’s only 5 minutes.

Come back tomorrow for more steps in a steady walk with God.

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