I am sorry that this is late. I am out of town at a pastor's meeting. I will be back for class tonight at 7pm. Lord willing and the creek don't rise.
Several have asked for this informatin from Sunday's Sermon. I beleive that this information came from Richard Foster's book Celebration of Discipline.
The Discipline of Simplicity
In Richard Foster's book on discipline he divides discipline into three parts: Inward, Outward, and Corporate discipline. He places simplicity under the category of the Outward Disciplines. Here are his ten ways to order our world so that we can create simplicity in our life.
First, buy things for their usefulness rather than their status
Second, reject anything that is producing an addiction in you.
Third, develop a habit of giving things away.
Fourth, refuse to be propagandized by the custodians of modern gadgetry.
Fifth, learn to enjoy things without owning them.
Sixth, develop a deeper appreciation for the creation.
Seventh, look at a healthy skepticism at all "buy now, pay later" schemes.
Eighth, obey Jesus' instructions about plain, honest speech.
Ninth, reject anything that will breed the oppression of others.
Tenth, shun whatever would distract you from your main goal: "Seek first the kingdom of God."
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
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