This question is very intriguing because it forces me to become very introspective and reflect on what can I personally do to make better choices that lead to lasting benefits. Funny, how we often choose to only make choices that lead to short-term benefit. Perhaps, that's a byproduct of the world we live in today and how society has us skipping around from one thing to another.

If I were truthful about my answer, accepting JESUS as my messiah would certainly be the first step into making a choice that leads to a lasting benefit. On top of that, it would be hearing his word and conducting works in his name for my fellow brothers & sisters daily. If I'm able to accomplish this with greater consistency each day then I believe this will lead to lasting benefits.