A new year - a fresh start!

Millions of Americans commit to New Year’s resolutions each year, yet sadly, most give up pretty quickly on their personal promises. The goal/resolution is generally some form of transformation, whether it be a new physical fitness routine, healthy eating or a more organized lifestyle. The best way to start a new beginning, though, and truly transform your life is by turning to God and the Bible.

Why wouldn’t you want a new fresh start, a change from your dull, challenging life that you’re living now? Don’t you really want to be a better person?

I will admit, I was also skeptical when I first heard about Jesus and all this religious stuff. I was sixteen, but thought I knew it all and was doing ok with my life and my choices. But deep down inside I knew that my life was spiraling downward, and fast. I tried almost everything to make myself think that I was in control and I was doing just fine without this ‘Jesus’ everyone was talking about.

But, thank God, He did not give up on me. I can honestly say with 100% accuracy that the day I gave my life over to Christ, was the best day of my entire being. I will also be honest in telling you that everything didn’t just go smoothly from that point. No, there were many bumps in the road, detours that completely threw me off course, but I keep the faith.

Jesus is the reason I am here today, and am giving you the best advice you will hear all year long. Want a change for the better? Why wouldn’t you want a better life with a guaranteed ‘life-time’ warranty that after this life is over, we get to be with Him in Heaven?

Jeremiah 29:11 - “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”