Why I Don’t Make New Year’s Resolution

Do you make New Year’s resolutions? I’ve never been a big fan of them because, inevitably, by the end of January, I’ve fallen short of the diet, exercise, and Bible-reading routines I set for myself. It can leave me feeling more like a failure than inspired.

Still, there’s something refreshing about a new year—a clean slate and a chance to start fresh. It’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the past year and intentionally plan for the year ahead. Socrates once said, “The unexa...