As Jesus followers we all want to live fruitful and purposeful lives, so we work hard, try hard, practice being purposeful, but often end up being very tired, pooped-out, burnt out, frustrated, and disillusioned. At least I did.
"If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples." John 15:7-8
However, Jesus ever so clearly points us to the way of fruitfulness and yes, success.
Abide.
Abide, dwell, remain, linger, and rest in His presence. Be saturated in the power and love of the Holy Spirit; His fruit and His gifts. Let His Word sink deeply into our souls, transforming our thoughts and lives.
This isn't rocket science-- it is the key to life. The only caveat? It takes precious time from our daily grind, but allows heaven to rule in our current situations. It is hard for us not to "do," but instead, rest and be filled. It is oh so simple, but oh so difficult crazy busy, over-scheduled lives. Yet, He calls us to come. He calls us to abide.
Then, see His wonder bear fruit in us and around us.