Date: Sunday, 15th December, 2024
Text: 1Timothy 6:6-11
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
To live simply is to live modestly devoid of vanity. God has not called us to a complicated life. Rather he has called to us to a life of godliness with contentment which is a great gain because we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. 1Timothy 6:6-7
Today, many folks chase the wind. What is the point pursuing a higher degree that will cost you your marital happiness? Why should you continue with that job that has turned you to a stranger to your loving spouse and children? Why are you pursuing a career that has nothing else to offer apart from the monthly paycheck?
Pity those that all they have is just the fat account and material things but are permanently unhappy and are on medication. Some of the happiest people on earth can be found in villages and rural areas. They enjoy the natural beauty of nature and live simply with no complications in their lifestyle.
Why are you entangled in an unhealthy competition? Some people buy things they don’t really need because their neighbor bought the same. Who are you trying to impress?
Must you attend that occasion if it is beyond your means? Must you put your children in a school that would drain your finances, put you under permanent high blood pressure and continual indebtedness?
The story was told about a man who divorced his wife and lost his home because he was pursuing a PhD. When he eventually got the PhD, he laminated the certificate and put it in his office. But after a while he observed that nobody even noticed the new degree certificate he displayed in his office. Rather most of his office visitors were asking about his wife and children. Eventually he felt disappointed and frustrated. He realized the futility of chasing vanity at the expense of the most important things of life.
If you realize that the life you are currently living does not give you joy, peace and fulfillment, you need to check yourself. You are probably living a complicated life. Shed all unnecessary garbage. Be deliberate in making all the necessary adjustment and changes.
Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of joy and peace. So if you are not yet under his management, you are the one shortchanging yourself. Repent today and surrender to him and let him renew your life.
Action Nugget: Live a simple happy and fulfilling life in Christ Jesus.