Send us a textDo not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. 1 John 2:16-17Lust of the flesh: internal cravings and addictionsLust of the eyes: external desires, envy, and materialismPride of life: pursuit of status, position, and recognitionSimplicity – an inward contentment that leads to an outward way of life.  1.  Accept Jesus’ Strong ____________. What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? Matthew 16:26“No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” Luke 16:132. _________ Down.“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” Matthew 11:28-30 MSGHurry sickness: A behavior pattern characterized by continual rushing and anxiousness.  3.   Examine Your ______________.Am I buying this for its usefulness or rather for its status?Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Psalm 139:234.  Reject the _______________ .Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”  Hebrews 13:5 ______________ before you _______________ .5. ____________ More Things Away.Freely you have received; freely give.  Matthew 10:86.  Build _____________  over ______________ .Then Jesus said to his disciples: “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear.  For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well. Luke 12:31Discussion Questions:What stood out to you this week?Do you ever feel too busy or overwhelmed with the pace and pursuit of your life?Which of the 6 Ways to Simplify your life resonated with you most? Why?  Which one is the hardest for you?Discuss some practical steps you can take this week to set a better pace for the rest of the year.Resources:https://www.relatecommunity.com/challengehttps://www.bible.com/reading-plans/16928-the-ruthless-elimination-of-hurry Thank you for listening to the Relate Community Church podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If today’s message spoke to you, share it with a friend or leave us a review to help spread the word. To learn more about Relate Community Church, visit us at www.relatecommunity.com. You are always welcome here, and remember—you are loved

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