10 Ways To Simplify Your Life

11/17/2019

People have a tendency to make things more complicated than they need to be.

Jesus Lived Simply

Born in stable, few possessions, parents weren't royalty.

Sometimes it is hard to imagine the Lord bringing any good out of the dark, disastrous, and deep situations you are going through but Jesus hears you and will help you as you come to Him.

I'd like to share some learnings from our church pastor, Ptr. Joseph Neil Bercero of Word of Hope (A Christian Family Church) on how to simplify your life.

Make Wise Purchases

Ask yourself with these questions: Is it useful or just for status? Is it something will last? Is it worth the investment?

Better what the eye sees
than the roving of the appetite.
This too is meaningless,
a chasing after the wind.

Ecclesiastes 6:9

Then he said to them,
“Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.”

Luke 12:15

“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.

Matthew 6:19

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Matthew 6:21

Don't Let Things Of This Earth Controls You

Don't let yourself be controlled by people, money, past experiences, food and technology (FB likes, comments, etc.). Make God the center of your life.

I am not saying this because I am in need,
for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.

Philippians 4:11

I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty.
I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.

Philippians 4:12

I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.

Philippians 4:13

Whoever loves money never has enough;
whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income.
This too is meaningless.

Ecclesiastes 5:10

Get Rid Of Clutter

Let go of the past, those bad things. Forgive and learn to move on.

How to declutter? Give things that you don't need regularly or sell it. This will help you to decide what are the important things in your life.

Learn To Enjoy Things Without Owning Them

You can enjoy things without owning them.

Don't Hold On To Sin

Let go of grudges, bitterness, etc. Confess it to God. Let go of sin.

Enjoy God's Creation

You could go on picnics or hiking. Unload to nature. It makes sense the greatness of God. Enjoy the natural resources.

The heavens declare the glory of God;
the skies proclaim the work of his hands.

Psalm 19:1

Get Out Of Debt

Did you that financial problem is the number one killer of marriage. Discipline is the key.

Let no debt remain outstanding,
except the continuing debt to love one another,
for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law.

Romans 13:8

Talk Simply

Be honest. Don't try to say anything just to impress others. Make sure you can deliver what you say.

Let your yes be yes.
Let your be no be no.
Talk gently.

Sin is not ended by multiplying words,
but the prudent hold their tongues.

Proverbs 10:19

The tongue of the righteous is choice silver,
but the heart of the wicked is of little value.

Proverbs 10:20

And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans,
for they think they will be heard because of their many words.

Matthew 6:7

The words of the reckless pierce like swords,
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

Proverbs 12:18

Create Community

Help those who are in need. Live life together with people. Talk to people hopeful.

Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts.
They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Acts 2:46-47

Have A Simple Faith

God called us to do greater works. God has a purpose in our lives. Trust Him. Don't let anyone distract you.

Jesus replied:
“‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.

Matthew 22:37

This is the first and greatest commandment.

Matthew 22:38

And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.

Matthew 22:39

Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it.
But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:13-14

Maybe you need to lighten your burdens.