Starting each day with the right foundation matters more than New Year's resolutions. The ancient Jewish practice of reciting the Shema - declaring that the Lord our God is one - provides a powerful daily rhythm for believers. This declaration from Deuteronomy 6:4 reminds us that God is uniquely different from all other gods because He speaks directly to His people, rescues through mighty acts, and pursues us with love. Unlike other religions that require earning divine favor through good works, Christianity is unique because God has already done everything for us. Beginning each morning by acknowledging God as Lord and King, and ending each day by examining whether we lived under His lordship, transforms our purpose, challenges, and decisions throughout the day.