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Simplification through Elimination

I read a great quote this morning: "The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak." ~ Hans Hofmann.

What a great reminder, especially during the Christmas season when everything gets so cluttered.  If we want the true message of Christmas to speak loud and clear in our lives we need the ability to eliminate the unnecessary. Yet, this idea of simplification isn't reserved only for Christmas; it about life as a whole.

I'm trying to simplify my life into three pursuits: 1) develop my faith (to know God), 2) deepen my connections (to know others), 3) devote my life to God's purpose (that God would be known).

The obvious question is, "What do I need to eliminate that is preventing me from faith, connection, and life?"

I'm learning to pray as the Apostle Paul did when he prayed that we would determine what really matters (Philippians 1:9-10), and eliminate the rest.