Simplicity doesn’t seem like a spiritual act, but God created us within time and space, so we have to create time and space for Him. The biblical discipline of simplicity -which is seeking God and his righteousness in Jesus Christ- liberates us from anything that would distract our attention away from the pursuit of God. In this week's message Nick Seders continues our series with teaching on the spiritual discipline of simplicity.
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Reflection Question
- How do you need to simplify your life, in order to pursue God without distraction?
Challenge
- Create time and space to seek God by abandoning meaningless pursuits and by eliminating distractions.
Scripture
- Ecclesiastes 1:12-14
- Ecclesiastes 12:13
- Matthew 6:25-33
- Acts 4:32
#6. Simplicity
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