194. THIS THING CALLED CHARACTER: Patience vs Intolerance

In this episode, a part of the season-long exploration of the nine fruits of the spirit as outlined in Galatians 5:22, Olawunmi Brigue delves into the topic of patience versus intolerance, focusing on the importance of patience as a key component of character development.  Drawing on scriptures and her personal experiences, she contrasts patience with intolerance, and highlights how trials and interactions with people serve to build this vital virtue. She emphasises that patience, alongside faith, is essential for fulfilling one's destiny and living a life modelled after Jesus.  The episode also identifies five factors that can feed intolerance and impatience, providing insights on how to overcome them. 00:13 Exploring the Fruits of the Spirit 01:29 Deep Dive into Patience 01:42 Personal Struggles with Patience 07:08 Defining Patience and Intolerance 11:36 Faith and Patience: A Powerful Combination 16:08 The Importance of Patience in Trials and with People 25:39 Moses and the Importance of Patience 26:44 The Consequences of Losing Patience 31:07 Five Factors That Feed Impatience 31:50 The Impact of Modern Society on Patience 34:50 Stress and Anxiety: Patience Killers 38:07 Learning Empathy Through Trials 52:01 Conclusion: Becoming a Usable Vessel Olawunmi Brigue, host of the SuperAbundant Life podcast, is a certified executive and transformational life coach, and the founder of Luminous membership, a Personal & Spiritual Growth Hub for women who desire to build BOTH a highflying career and a wholesome family without sacrificing their wellbeing or personal fulfilment. Learn more at ⁠www.luminousmembership.com