
That's Just What I Needed Podcast
Donna JonesWhy Slowing Down Might Be the Key to Spiritual Growth
March 11, 2026 ● 31 minShare this episode
In this episode, I talk with Gem Fadling, co-founder of Unhurried Living, about cultivating a deeper relationship with Jesus in the middle of a busy, distracted world. This conversation opened my heart and challenged me in the best possible way!
Instead of striving to produce spiritual “fruit,” Gem explains that Jesus invites us to simply remain connected to Him, as a branch to the vine in John 15. Through practices like silence, solitude, and intentional time with God, we can learn to live from a place of presence rather than hurry.
Full disclosure: after my interview with Gem, I practiced what she suggested and-WOW!!!!! I experienced God’s refreshing peace and perspective in a way I want you to experience, too.
This conversation is a refreshing reminder that intimacy with Jesus doesn’t come from doing more—but from slowing down enough to simply be with Him.
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Xo,
Donna
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- Website: unhurriedliving.com
- Podcast: Unhurried Living Podcast
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Today's Devotional
A Prayer When It’s Urgent but God Hasn’t Answered - Your Daily Prayer - November 13
If today you are standing on the front lines of the battlefield and crying out an urgent request to your Heavenly Father, you’re not alone.
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