At this time of the New Year, you may see your resolutions evaporating like fog on a sunny day. Eat right, exercise more, get up earlier…each one is fading fast. Don’t be surprised: there is only One who can keep promises without fail. He can help you do better at your goals, but you’ll never be perfect this side of Heaven.

And you have kept your promise, for you are righteous.

Nehemiah 9:8

All earthly goals pale in comparison to eternity. Concerning God’s promise of a new Heaven and Earth, Peter says, “The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness.” (II Peter 3:9) Paul encouraged the Thessalonians to be busy about the Lord’s work until Christ returns, adding that “He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.” (I Thessalonians 5:24) Paul’s priority was to preach, “In hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before the ages began.” (Titus 1:2)

Despite human sin, failure and inadequacy, Jesus is your hope. In 2015, make it your goal to store treasures in Heaven (Matthew 6:20). Renew your attitude and your thinking. Then pray for this nation to turn to the only true Promise Keeper.

Recommended Reading: Colossians 3:1-11