tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post3108549081747861319..comments2023-10-03T06:25:41.357-05:00Comments on Grace Roots Blog: Quick growth isn't everyday lifeJoel Bruesekehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10395847887953875757noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post-87049673680543079932008-10-06T07:30:00.000-05:002008-10-06T07:30:00.000-05:00Aida,Yes, you hit the nail on the head, and I thin...Aida,<BR/><BR/>Yes, you hit the nail on the head, and I think much of the church needs to hear what you said! Just relaxing, and putting our focus on Jesus and our brothers and sisters in Him - without trying to make things happen. I think that's really what a life of faith is about, whereas in the church we've made it all about getting things done.Joel Bruesekehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10395847887953875757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post-54766227808568152292008-10-05T20:34:00.000-05:002008-10-05T20:34:00.000-05:00For the most part, I've given up worrying about ho...For the most part, I've given up worrying about how long it takes. It's so wonderful to just be able to relax and focus my attention on Jesus and my brothers and sisters without trying to make things happen. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for this great encouraging post, Joel.Aidahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09885702269506142727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post-16402222712812391862008-10-03T07:25:00.000-05:002008-10-03T07:25:00.000-05:00Craig,Yep, I used to think the same thing. It was...Craig,<BR/><BR/>Yep, I used to think the same thing. It was up to me to grow and mature. It wouldn't happen unless I made great efforts to do all the 'spiritual disciplines.' Essentially it was forced growth. Now I rest, and I find that I grow naturally, at God's pace, not my own. Thanks for the link to Bernie Britz. I've bookmarked it and I'll check it out when I have time.<BR/><BR/>Amy,<BR/><BR/>Yes, there is SO MUCH pressure in the church today to grow, grow, grow, do, do, do. What I've learned is that growing comes much more naturally when it's a result of rest, and simply remaining "attached" to the Vine and letting His life flow through us, rather than trying to grow in order to somehow attain rest and intimacy. In so many ways I think many in the church have it backwards.<BR/><BR/>Bino,<BR/><BR/>You think you've attained a higher maturity level but you're really only 1% of the way there! Better keep working harder and harder and harder! LOL Hehehe!Joel Bruesekehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10395847887953875757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post-55539656047943108112008-10-01T14:32:00.000-05:002008-10-01T14:32:00.000-05:00Joel,I don't think this post or the posts you link...Joel,<BR/>I don't think this post or the posts you linked here are in any way applicable for me personally. I have already attained the level maturity others can only dream about. If you need any kind of advice, how you can be matured like me, I am matured enough to teach you the tricks - pray for 1 hr three times a day, read 5 chapters of OT and 3 chapters of NT, memorize 10 verses everyday, talk to your pastor about joining the deacon team, blah blah.<BR/><BR/>:) Just kidding.<BR/><BR/>Good post!Bino M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02303467552834533436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post-31655360142755722772008-10-01T10:38:00.000-05:002008-10-01T10:38:00.000-05:00Joel,I loved your illustration of your daughter's ...Joel,<BR/>I loved your illustration of your daughter's growth spurts here. Indeed, (hee hee!) it certainly has seemed like I've stared at Papa's belly-button for long seasons of my life at times. I fully agree. I think we do put a lot of pressure on ourselves for faster spiritual growth. At least, I can certainly attest to that. I know that it comes from a deep, sincere desire to know Father and Son more and more. <BR/><BR/>Yet, like you said, fortunately (and I give Papa full credit), He's been working in me to be more content and patient with the process. In fact, I can honestly say (although, of course, it's still a work-in-progress) I'm enjoying the journey as much as the the "spurts" that come within it. For me, I've learned it's all about living in the present moment, accepting where I am...knowing I'm not complete, yet trusting that Papa is working within me to get me to our Destination.<BR/><BR/>Great post, Joel!<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>~Amy :)<BR/>http://amyiswalkinginthespirit.blogspot.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29606082.post-45765676211208140812008-10-01T06:39:00.000-05:002008-10-01T06:39:00.000-05:00Joel,I remember when i used to preach that our mat...Joel,<BR/><BR/>I remember when i used to preach that our maturity, depended on us...that what's taken some people say 5 years in their Christian walk could to you 1 year IF you just workws hard...I used myself as an example (within 2.5 years of Christainity i waas an Elder - cause i worked hard, died to myself often)...BUT NOW how all that has changed...we cant do anything to "grow", we believe He causes the growth - grace...or...we "work" and cause the "growth" - law...which never really lasts.... take a listen to Bertie Britz from Dynamic Love Ministries...http://www.dynamicministries.com/The%20Word%20Well.htm...very good!Craig Glennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13467337337776805827noreply@blogger.com