One of the basic ideas behind what I write is the idea that there are no quick fixes.
No quick fixes for spirituality. (see, see and see)
No quick fixes for a properly functioning church.(see, see and see)
No quick fixes for teaching God's truth. (see, see and see)
No quick fixes for political action.(see, see and see)
No quick fixes for evangelism.(see, see, and see)
No quick fixes for convincing people of the truth of Christianity.(see, see and see)
No quick fixes for obtaining miraculous intervention. (see, see and see)
No quick fixes to eliminate all problems from the Christian life. (see, see and see)
We live in a culture of quick fixes and want everything immediately, from instant coffee, to fast food, to instant entertainment. But the deep traits that form the foundation of the Christian life can only be produced over time. And while I do not want to minimize the work of the Spirit in accomplishing this, I see no basis for saying He will do it instantaneously, according to our timetable. And I am convinced it is only when we lay aside our quick fixes and magic formulas that we can cultivate the deep faith that trusts God in every situation - that He wants to produce in us.
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