You are one day from a new beginning. It’s probably not the time for pessimism – but according to research published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, 25 percent of Americans fail to keep their New Year’s resolutions for a full two weeks. The long-term success rate is eight percent. Change is difficult.

Truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.

John 3:3

Jesus was talking about something much more profound in John 3 in His conversation with Nicodemus, a Pharisee. You may or may not maintain your new exercise regimen, diet, reading plan, or other resolution because it’s largely a matter of willpower. But regeneration – being “born again” – is the work of the Holy Spirit. It is immediate, supernatural, permanent and irreversible. Spirit-inspired resolutions can’t fail.

The best resolution for 2016 may be found in Proverbs 3:5-6. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” This is the formula for success – for you and for America.

Recommended Reading: John 1:1-13