Become New with John Ortberg 12. How to Be Patient in a World That Never Stops | John Ortberg
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Jul 1, 2025 Patience is a vital fruit of the spirit, essential for intentional living in our fast-paced world. It often gets misinterpreted as a lack of urgency, but true patience equips us to face obstacles calmly. The impact of technology on our patience and relationships is profound, especially for parents and leaders. With devices demanding our attention, our spiritual connection can falter. By embracing an unhurried spirit, we can appreciate time as a divine gift, allowing love to flourish amid life’s chaos.
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True Meaning of Patience
- Patience means living with calmness and poise during obstacles without reactivity.
- It is not passivity or lack of urgency but steadfastness in values under pressure.
Reduce Tech Dependency for Patience
- Limit your dependency on technology to reduce impatience.
- Touch the mind or heart of God more often than your phone to cultivate patience.
Elevator Waiting Test
- People become "antsy" waiting more than 15 seconds for elevators and repeatedly press buttons.
- This illustrates our impatience despite knowing it doesn't speed up the elevator.
