Author's Note: All previous volumes of this series are here. The first 56 volumes are compiled into the book  "Bible Study For Those Who Don't Read The Bible." "Part Two," featuring volumes 57-113, was published in December 2022.

Thanks for all the congratulations on reaching Vol. 300. I begin the next 300 with your support and ask that you share these studies with those who need to know The Word.

Happy New Year! I have been on vacation while writing this Bible study. Not easy, since we are visiting dear friends from college, celebrating 2026 — which sounds futuristic to those born in the mid-20th century — and trying to figure out how we all got so old.

Honestly, this study could have been a quick rehash of 2023 and 2024's New Year's resolution Bible studies, Vols. 248 and 198, and I could have faked it as new material. Then it hit me, "ask ChatGPT" and prompted: "Write a 700-word Bible Study about New Year's Resolutions."

Two seconds later, the following appeared: "Here is a Bible study on New Year's Resolutions, written in a clear, encouraging, and age-appropriate way." Surprisingly, the messages were on target. So, to begin the futuristic-sounding year of 2026, let's welcome our guest co-writer and "Bible expert," Mr. ChatGPT.

However, to keep it human, I add clearly marked commentary in quotes. Are we ready? Mr. Chat's suggested title was: 

Bible Study: New Year's Resolutions — A Biblical Approach to New Beginnings 

Introduction: The Desire for a Fresh Start. 

Every New Year brings a sense of hope. People set resolutions to improve their habits, relationships, and goals. While making resolutions is common, the Bible invites us to think deeper: What kind of change truly lasts? Scripture teaches that real transformation begins not with human effort alone, but with a heart surrendered to God. A New Year is not just a chance to "do better," but an opportunity to walk closer with God.

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