People seem to begin new projects in a never-ending cycle. We make resolutions about things we wish to accomplish, like lose weight, change a habit or finish a project. However, all too often we do not move past that resolution. Still, we are measured by the answer to the question, “Did you finish it?” We might begin by asking ourselves how many projects did we start in the last year—and how many did we actually finish? To our embarrassment we might find the list of plans much greater than the list of completed projects.

The Bible instructs us to count the cost before we begin a project lest we cannot finish it and are embarrassed with that (Luke 14:28-30). The things we plan to do may not always be physical. A young man recently said that he thought it was about time he turned his mind toward eternal life and God—and then did nothing after saying those words. Make a list of what you intend to do and develop a method of checking up on yourself. You will be amazed how much you actually get done by focusing on what you said you would do. Finish the job!