Wasting Time with God

<P>When it comes to developing a deep trusting relationship with God efficiency and productivity are not the answer. It's far better to waste time with him to just enjoy being with him. After all that's how any friendship grows.But making room for God in the midst of our fast-paced lives is not an easy task. Just as time with our best friends can get squeezed out by the rush of activities so can time with God. Even wasting time with God means making a commitment and setting priorities--whether it's something we enjoy or not.</P><P>Beginning with the supposition that God desires friendship with us Klaus Issler encourages us to consider seven character traits and to develop their companion disciplines: friendship humility faith commitment communication apprenticeship and partnership. Here is a full-orbed model of Christian spirituality that will be of lasting value.</P>