Simplicity Continued

We are looking at simplicity during this season of Advent. Richard Foster's book "Celebration of Discipline" has a wonderful section on simplicity. Here are some of his outward expressions of simplicity. By the way - this book was written in 1978 but he seems to capture our current culture with great insight.

David enjoying a simple moment

1. Buy things for their usefulness rather than their status.
2. Reject anything that is producing an addiction in you.
3. Develop a habit of of deaccumulating. (Exhibit A: Have you ever watched the show Clean House before?)
4. Enjoy things without owning them.
5. Develop a deeper appreciation for God's creation.
6. Look with a healthy skepticism for "buy now, pay later" transactions.
7. Shun anything that distracts you from seeking first the kingdom of God.

He begins his chapter on simplicity with the following:

Simplicity is freedom. Duplicity is bondage. Simplicity brings joy and balance. Duplicity brings anxiety and fear.