It’s not easy to follow Jesus and live in a society that is driven by materialism and consumerism. We are under constant pressure from marketers who know our weaknesses and have “just the thing” to bring us fulfillment and a better life. Whether it is an idea, a product, or a service, “just the thing” usually ends up further enslaving us to selfishness, greed, and arrogance. It is irrelevant how much we have; the well-to-do and those who never seem to have enough are equally affected. In our honest moments, we recognize that the cares of the world, the deceitfulness of riches, and desires for other things have taken precedence, and our lives are not as fruitful as they could be.
Is there hope for us when we get stuck thinking that life is measured in the abundance of possessions? Is it possible to abandon ourselves to God and trust in his taking care of us rather than relying on our own ingenuity and ability to secure our future? If so, how do we go about it?
At the same time we face unique issues that arise from living in the 21st century in an affluent culture. Decisions about savings, debt, education, healthcare, insurance, taxes, lifestyle, and so forth cannot be avoided. It is frustrating that the information we need to make quality decisions is often provided by people who do not understand our desire to follow Jesus and who stand to personally benefit from our making the “right” decisions.
Christian Simplicity is a place for people who are learning to follow Jesus in a lifestyle that is inwardly rich toward God and outwardly rich toward our neighbor. Whether in abundance or need, we immerse ourselves in the reality that Jesus is enough. To work toward these goals while addressing modern financial issues, Christian Simplicity blends its expertise in the areas of spiritual formation and personal finance. We walk alongside people who desire to manage their finances in light of the reality of the kingdom of God.