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Have you ever seen those pictures of owners who look like their pets? Or couples who look eerily similar?

It’s been said that, over time, we grow more like those we spend time with. This may or may not be true of appearance, but it’s definitely true of character traits and qualities. 

The same is true of our relationship with Jesus. 

As you spend time with God, you’ll become more like him. 

Paul talks about this reality in Galatians. As you spend time with God and allow the Holy Spirit to work in your life, certain qualities begin to grow in you. Paul refers to these qualities as the fruit of the Spirit. 

We’ve talked a lot about patience over the past several days. The truth is, there’s no short-cut to developing patience. It won’t happen overnight. It’s something that grows in you as you follow Jesus and spend time with him. 

Do you have a regular time that you spend with Jesus? Is it part of your daily rhythm and routine? If not, what can you do to add that in?