1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 Make it your aim to live a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to earn your own living, just as we told you before. In this way you will win the respect of those who are not believers, and you will not have to depend on anyone for what you need. How is God asking you to live the simple and quiet life?
i feel He is leading me to not overshare with everyone like I used. To be content with just the few qualities of friends I have, being more intentional with spending time with Him rather than being on social media.
With College, instead of filling up like I have in the past, he wants me to just enjoy a free schedule!! Of course work hard and be in community and enjoy life…but I want to enjoy a life that is attuned to GOD’s rhythm, not my idea of “enjoyment”. And I’m finding that my enjoyment is now the desires of his heart🙌🏾
This message helped me tremendously, thank you Alex! God is calling me to live the simple and quite life by casting all my burdens at His feet and by resting in His presence to give me peace. I always thought I had to be the best of the best in my life and my future career. But God reminds me that living to glorify Him is to just simply give my life to Him and honor Him in every aspect of my life. For the past 2 years my pride got in control of my life and I was overworking myself, never having enough time to spend with my Heavenly Father. God had to open my eyes by take away my biggest passion(like surfing) so I could see how much I only needed him in my life to live in peace.
Very recently I realized that I would fantasize about worldly things. I’m in high school right now(homeschooled), and I live in a tiny tiny village in Costa Rica, I am truly blessed, the best clean air, the best clean food, the best clean water, surrounded by a jungle… but instead of taking a look around and appreciating the blessing, I would fantasize about a fancy and high end life. And literally two days ago, I realized that I don’t want any fast cars, I don’t want fancy clothes, a villa, getting my nails done every week, no, I don’t want any of that, I love my chickens, I love my crazy country family, I love our fruit trees and the dirt that feeds us, I love my boots covered in cow poopoo…. Thank You Jesus, Our Lord, Amen.
Many would trade the simple and quiet life, you have. Life in the city is sure stressful. Almost everyone is in a hurry, most people these days, are tired, anxious, and unpatient. In the bus, tram or train, many young people and not so young (: , are on, with their phones...Scrolling through their social media, or playing games... Yes, blessed you are, you have the time to contemplate, focus your life with God. Not on worldly things that are all in vain...
The Lord has REALLY been convicting me about this and showing me what it means to have joy. For years I chased success, praise, materialism and all the things I thought I needed to be happy. Today, I went for a run and had the best time alone with God with the sun on my face. My wants have shifted so much. Praying he continues to show me what needs to die. Loved this message.
Wow. Today was a real battle with my flesh, and the worst part was that I gave in. But I ask myself why am I doing the things I am doing. Why am I seeking and chasing what Jesus didn’t chase. What i’m saying was this hit my heart as well.
To speak less and listen more. To not need to convince others that I am right. To practice gratitude & lay down my will for God's will. All things I have been praying for years and now I am feeling the workings of the Lord. Thank you for your message.
Instead of going out all summer and having fun with friends. I am in a season of just focusing on God and doing Bible studies. I do the 50 for Christ. Which is 10 Bible pages a day. 15 min of prayer 15 min of worship. 30min of a sermon. 1 hr social media fast
In the same boat brother! Don’t be afraid to still enjoy what activities there are out there that won’t make you fall. But definitely a great idea to take yourself out of the world’s distractions and focus on Jesus
I love this! It’s such a holy summer and all szns can be beautifully holy when we just submit to His feet, and THE JOYYYYY OF KNOWING HIM and the rest he gives instead of the world’s definition of rest is GREATER!
Once I realized this world and almost everyone in it are heading straight to hell I walked away from everything. I dropped social media, tv, books, movies, everything. I stopped keeping up with what was going on in the world and I spend as much time in the word of God as possible. This world has nothing to offer but emptiness. Set your eyes on heaven.
We can't abandon the world. The world needs God's help, and we can help bring the world's people to God. Don't fear the world, know that God will protect you from its sins and will guide you to your destiny.
"What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world but loses his soul." I live a simple and quiet life away from social media, TV, and the media! I am unmarried and live a quiet life. I prefer living celibate.
God has shown me that the simple life is allowing him to let me just be. No striving, just simply running the race to the finish line. Nothing more, definitely nothing less
I would strongly recommend you check the scriptures on this. God’d word gives no inclination that He “lets us be.” He is always calling us to new depths of His love, and exhorts us to strive in lawfulness to fulfill our duties. Checkout Luke 13:23-33, Genesis 20-22, 1 Timothy 6:12, and 2 Timothy 2:5. Hope this helps and God bless.
yeah i gotta also encourage you to pray on that. no striving but no stagnancy either. if you’re not feeling his conviction then that’s also a dangerous thing!
I understand what you are saying. We have to abide in Him or we can not bear any fruit but yes we should not be striving. Just resting in Him but always clinging to Him and letting Him push us on. God bless
I often do 9, 10 hour work days...when im only scheduled to do 7. I am starting to realise its my pride making me do it, wanting validation from people, a pat on the back and a "well done". The only "well done" I want is from God. Thank you for the video. Real talk. 🙏🏽
I lived that lifestyle for the last 12 years. I recently quit my job and settled down with a much simpler part time job. Two things I learned: 1. Nobody cares about your over the top work ethic. You’re replaceable. As much as you think you’re not, you really are. For the longest I thought I was never replaceable. Nobody can replace me! Ha, ya right. That’s pride talking. Guess what? They replaced me the day I left. 2. I was working longer and harder hours because of pride. I wanted others to see that I was the best, which I was, however I wanted to constantly be validated. Even if it came at a cost, my physical health.
John the Baptist was so on fire for Jesus and I believe it is because he lived a simple life. He ate simple natural food, he wore simple clothing, and preached a simple yet powerful message. And he was called Beloved!
I think God wants me to be content with the things I have and with the life I live. Not look for the extraordinary, or a better job, a nicer car or a nicer apartment, but be grateful for everything He has provided for me. That includes my faith, my family, the peace and grace He has given me, the gift of seeing the beauty of His creation, the relationships I have because of Him. And to keep focusing on giving more, not acquiring more or being more.
Yesss 🙏🏻being able to be content for what you have in the moment allows u to be grateful for what you have in every way that’s why God says that because he wants u to realize the things that u have others may not have but yes
As a young women another layer of pride GOD convicted me to peel off was 1) deleting my face from social media, deleting my ig acct etc.. 2) throwing out all makeup & fake things that make me “more beautiful” or “more presentable” I focus on looking clean, Holy, modest, while trying to be a faithful servant in this distracting + fallen world
Thats amazing. Do you know i learnt that fallen angels were the ones who introduced jewellery, makeup, tools, weapons to humans in the Book of Enoch. Im working on weaning myself so to hear a young woman do it wow! ❤🎉
This God is the biggest liar, sadist and sociopath that ever existed. He is almighty, allknowing cosmic-scale abuser, and we are all his victims. I was christian before, but for 15 years i go through such pain and such diseases, none of ppl i met at school or university goes through shit like that, NONE. Stable job, marriages, relationships, i am being throwned out from every social group i enter, and i don't harm anyone. It's God, he decided my life will look like that, he proves me everyday how his evil knows no boundaries. So if u want to warship this elephant dung garbage - feel free to do it. I know that he is not enemy of satan but his ally. The only reason you have peacefull life right now is because he throwned dice and decided you will be in the group of "blessed for no reason" people, or he already plans to ruin your life in future. This "thing", calling himself god, ruined my dreams, my relationships, my health - every organ in my body is ill in one way or another, he crushed my heart and identity. If you believe in this thing u are either comfortable with someone dying for you, so that you wont need to take responsibility for your sins - which is straight up vile and evil mentality, or you are living in delusions that he will not crush you like a worm - he will, but he chooses when.
I can live the simple and quiet life, by not chasing worldly things, or recognition, or being “busy”. Rather, I can focus on the small things in life, like the day to day things. I also believe that I can live the simple and quiet life by making Jesus and His word my top priority.
This God is the biggest liar, sadist and sociopath that ever existed. He is almighty, allknowing cosmic-scale abuser, and we are all his victims. I was christian before, but for 15 years i go through such pain and such diseases, none of ppl i met at school or university goes through shit like that, NONE. Stable job, marriages, relationships, i am being throwned out from every social group i enter, and i don't harm anyone. It's God, he decided my life will look like that, he proves me everyday how his evil knows no boundaries. So if u want to warship this elephant dung garbage - feel free to do it. I know that he is not enemy of satan but his ally. The only reason you have peacefull life right now is because he throwned dice and decided you will be in the group of "blessed for no reason" people, or he already plans to ruin your life in future. This "thing", calling himself god, ruined my dreams, my relationships, my health - every organ in my body is ill in one way or another, he crushed my heart and identity. If you believe in this thing u are either comfortable with someone dying for you, so that you wont need to take responsibility for your sins - which is straight up vile and evil mentality, or you are living in delusions that he will not crush you like a worm - he will, but he chooses when.
I deleted all of my shorts that had hundreds of thousands and sometimes millions of views. I walked away from thousands and thousands of followers because it became an idol. I can relate.
I really needed to hear this. Now, i think i can finally push forward to the next step in my walk with jesus. Time to empty my life of pointless things.
This God is the biggest liar, sadist and sociopath that ever existed. He is almighty, allknowing cosmic-scale abuser, and we are all his victims. I was christian before, but for 15 years i go through such pain and such diseases, none of ppl i met at school or university goes through shit like that, NONE. Stable job, marriages, relationships, i am being throwned out from every social group i enter, and i don't harm anyone. It's God, he decided my life will look like that, he proves me everyday how his evil knows no boundaries. So if u want to warship this elephant dung garbage - feel free to do it. I know that he is not enemy of satan but his ally. The only reason you have peacefull life right now is because he throwned dice and decided you will be in the group of "blessed for no reason" people, or he already plans to ruin your life in future. This "thing", calling himself god, ruined my dreams, my relationships, my health - every organ in my body is ill in one way or another, he crushed my heart and identity. If you believe in this thing u are either comfortable with someone dying for you, so that you wont need to take responsibility for your sins - which is straight up vile and evil mentality, or you are living in delusions that he will not crush you like a worm - he will, but he chooses when.
It's so crazy that I am seeing this because last night I deactivated my Instagram account. I feel more calm when I am off all social platforms. It's like my brain is at ease. I feel like Jesus Christ wants me to draw closer to him and I just keep tip toing back and fourth. I thank you for this message as it has reminded me that half of the reason I be so stressed out is due to my Pride as well as societies expectations. It's a lot however I'm determined to overcome this and draw closer to the Lord as much as I can.
I believe God is calling many people to disconnect…..by disconnecting we have open availability to hear him even more Clearly….❤. I haven’t gotten to deactivating accounts yet, but I’m trying my best to limit my time online. It’s tough for sure 🙁
I feel the same. I shut down my instagram as well (the only social media I had but still very big in my life), and it feels GOOD already. I think things are changing in me. I’m excited to see how 🙏🏽
As a 33 year old father of two kids, when I walked away from the noise of social media, the news, and only pursued God in my free time. All my other time is dedicated to serving my family and others around me. My life has improved incredibly.
“Why should i seek something that Jesus didn’t seek.” Jesus was perfect in every way. Yet we’re still so arrogant to think that we know better than he did. Jesus knew exactly what he was doing, we should try to follow his example. Even if the world hates you for it, do it anyways. Jesus reminds us, “If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first.”😤
Praise God for showing us where it is all about! In accordance with this word and psalm 75:6-7, 2 corinthians 6:14-18 I bind one to desire to be promoted by God while binding to hell every lack of desire to be promoted by God in my life, the lives of my family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, acquitances, opponents, the children I teach and the body of Christ, binding to hell every unequal yoke and common share with anyone lacking desire to be promoted by God, in the name and blood of Jesus Christ, amen and hallelujah, glory to God ❤!
I’m 24 years old and I’ve often focused on becoming the best where ever I was at to gain the notoriety that I was this good person that can do xyz. It’s been more heavily impressed upon me to just listen to Scripture on repeat everyday and lead a disciplined life. I’m over here listening and I’m like, “This is boring, but why am I bored doing something that I know holds value, more than anything else that I was doing?” I realized my entire value system needed an adjustment. All the aspirations, YT, TT, etc. it wasn’t rooted in the true way Christ lived and it made me wonder, what is the purpose of everything I value and its fruits?
I spent 4 years working to get into one of the top colleges in the United States. Along the way, I met the most beautiful and Jesus loving woman I had ever seen. Well, I finally get into the school, and it begins drawing us apart. I realize I have to choose this life of the world; one with power, money, and pride. Or, I choose the simple and quiet life; with the woman I love, being obedient to God. I left the school, and that woman is now my Wife.
Please pray for me. I have been falling into sin a lot recently. I keep forgetting to pray at night, even though I want to. I'm sick, and I'm getting better, although, I still fall into sin often. I really want to stop this. Today we pray, and for a simple, and quiet life. Amen. ✝️
Also prayed for you - hi from Australia - hold onto the promises of our Father, write a verse you love on paper stick it near your bed so the moment you wake you clap your eyes on the Word. I have a picture of a narrow path i got from a garage sale and think of that scripture verse i look at when i wake. Keep a journal. And find a Spirit filled believing prayer partner! ❤🎉
We all sin everyday and there is no unwillful sin. If you study Romans you will see that a believer has two natures: the flesh and the spirit (the inner man, born of God). Although as long as we are in this flesh we will continue to sin but the inner man does not. We are made righteous by the blood of Jesus (Romans 5:1)❤ God bless you
God is calling me to spend quality time with him in the morning and throughout the day; to seek his face and kill my flesh by pursuing the things of godliness and seeking him first🙏🏽
To the simple and quiet life add helping others, giving to those in need, praying and interceding for others just as Christ tells us to love our neighbours as much as we love our selves..
God is showing me through my children. I see that my kids don’t ask for the glitz and glamor. Yes they love toys but they are so simple compared to what I see in the world. God is showing me I can be the same way. I don’t need all the things I have. There’s no value in possessions one we leave here so why force myself to have those things. Simple living, simple clothing, and it allows me to think more of Christ and allow His headship to flow through me to my family.
To seek discipline but not perfection. I get so worked up in academic validation and the opinion others have on me based on the ranking of a university I get into or my grades. I need to try my best in school but not for the recognition of others but out of thankfulness for the opportunity it provides me to get a nursing degree where I can show the love of Jesus. This video made me realize I need to change my mindset and not get so worked up in the opinion others have of me so much so it goes above God’s opinion of me. Thank you for the video 🙏
God has asked me to live a simple and quiet life because he has allowed me to take a step back from hanging out with my friends just to fool around. He made me realize that sometimes it’s just better to stay home and be at peace rather then regret doing or saying dumb in a public setting.
This was a good word for today. I can get rid of the things that complicate my life. The point that hit me was looking at what Jesus chased after and then looking at all the empty things I chase after. I want to find life, and life abundantly. Thanks again good brother
When you see a great athlete on TV, some people want to be like them and make it to the big leagues. This video shows me that if it's God will, it will be, if not than it won't be. It's better to live a simple and quiet life than a hectic and popular life. HALLELUJAH! God is asking me to live a simple and quiet life by leaving my desire to be some great superstar athlete in his hands, and just put my faith in him. He will provide.
Ephesians 4:22-24 22 You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.
"Pride is the part of me that reaches out for recognition... Pride is the part of me that has no problem praising myself..." ❤️ Needed this. Have been approaching a season where I know I will get man's recognition if I act a certain way- I don't want that, I want God. I want His simplicity + HIS HUMILITY. ❤️🕊️
Pride Is the root of all evil the and root of all Sins, matter of fact there Is only 1 sin, pride, all the other Sins are just different ramifications of pride, humility Is the opposite of pride
Great video. I searched “Simple Christan Living” after hearing it in my spirit all morning. This video was the first to pop up. It really blessed me. Thank you for making this video. I shared it with my husband and other family and friends.
pride is such a hard topic to talk about because a lot of times we feel as if we aren't prideful and the message is for someone else. i needed to see this though, thank God for leading me towards this video.
I love this bro because a lot of people wouldn’t admit that we appreciate your transparency and your message from the word this surely will edify those who see it, amen bro.
This is the type of teaching I've been looking for, for years-earnest, gentle practical intentional living guided by scripture. Been in church my entire life and became disheartened by the emotion-led/based faith around me. You don't know how much randomly stumbling upon this channel has helped me. Glory to God. With all sincerity, thank you for the vision God has given you.
I needed this because I've felt guilty for living a peaceful life. Some people think I should be doing something. I am, I'm getting to know Jesus of Nazareth better. ❤️🙏 Thank you sir
i’ve been feeling this for a while, recently feeling like i need to just live simply and quietly instead of worrying about how many people i can reach about God and preaching to the nations, instead of living for God and trusting that He will bring people my way to preach to or spread the good news to. of course there will be times i’ll feel Him calling me to go out into public or somewhere i’ve never been to talk to people about Jesus, but overall i do feel called to just live quietly for Him because we can get very prideful and doing it for clout and popularity. i think this was really good timing alex, thank you.
I'd say read Romans, especially 6-8 KJV. How we are sinners, not that we just sin. Our old nature and the battle with the new nature but but the mercy of God we don't have to let sin overtake us. Hebrews is beautiful as well. Humbling and encouraging. I need more faith and I always will need more until I see Him face to face one day.
same here✋🏾exams are getting closer and I do not feel prepared enough, thankfully I now know why. I'm wasting precious time worrying about worldly things instead of God.I believe that as long as we follow God everything will work itself out, however this requires patience, obedience and consistency.
@@chatsmackwithliz.frr those are just distractions to stop u from finding the True glory of God and what he has for ur life stop caring about them exams or worrying just do what u know and leave it all to God for he will strengthen you and help u every season you step into amen🙏🏻🙏🏻
I'm slowly starting to learn about Christianity and I've got to say that I'm really looking forward to finding inner peace through Jesus. Thank you for the Video and for spreading God's word.
Seek the kingdom of God first, Make Jesus your Lord, you can be a rugby player for the glory of God put him first in all things preach the gospel live in his peace
This is amazing… this same thing happened to me! I love solitude and I never feel alone… Yah changed me in such a way that love cleaning, cooking, taking care of my children and when I do go somewhere I go to nature where I can sit and watch the birds, the trees and where always Yah meets me! I have a friend that said one time that I’m like a savage because I always want to be at home or alone and I have no desire to be in loud, noisy places… I love this simple quiet life! I don’t need to be praised nor do I need the worlds applause, I have something way better: the presence, Peace and Joy of Yah! I am happy to loose my life to find it! Halleluyah 🙌🏽
Sounds like God was working out a pride issue with you. My constant prayer is for God to keep me humble and for me to reach those He needs me to reach by whatever means He chooses. Obedience is absolutely the focus. On a surface level, that’s the same for everyone….pursue Christ. On a deeper level, He uses us differently. We have different gifts, abilities, strengths and weaknesses. He uses them accordingly. The answer is always obedience. ❤
How is GOD asking me to live a simple and quiet life? It's a question that had not come to my mind until this video. GOD spoke through you, brother. And it's a question that really connected a lot of dots in the convictions i had that i didn't understand. Why is it that i feel so reluctant to do the small chores and do the little humbling jobs? It's as if i considered myself superior to others. But it's not "as if." That is as it is. It's the newest way the devil has carved out an avenue through which my pride can thrive. GOD is calling me to live a simple and quiet life by doing the things that humble me. To be a servant to HIM and, therefore, to serve those who HE has placed around me. Up to this point, i had forgotten what a CHRIST-like leader looked like. Not a triumphant, cape-wearing, glorious knight with a sword that has never seen battle and a higher opinion of himself than of the ONE who created him. Rather, the picture of a CHRIST-like is of a scarred, poor, lowly servant washing the feet of those he leads and dedicating the entirety of his money, comfort, strength, and dignity to the spiritual welfare of his flock. That's what CHRIST modeled for those who are given sections of HIS Flock to shepherd. i am not yet shepherd of a flock, but i already feel accountable for the flock i will one day be responsible for because of HIS Calling for my life. i fail to spend my time training myself to be humble and to study the Bible. Rather, i study theology for my own personal benefit and pretend that is sufficient when i could be studying the Bible, and i turn my nose up to anyone who asks me to serve, rather than seeing it as an opportunity to glorify GOD and love serving HIS Flock. GOD is asking me to life a simple and quiet life by abandoning pride and humbling myself, and by living a life that the greatest of GOD's leaders should live, that of a servant. Brother, i don't know if it's how you talk or what, but GOD has used more of your videos to bring me closer to HIM than of anyone else's. And i don't know if you'll ever read this, but if you do, please know that your videos are blessing me in a way that can only be by GOD's purpose. It's people like you who i look forward to talking to when we pass into eternity. GOD bless you brother. Praying for your family with their sickness. GOD is with us!
Dear Brother Alex, i would like to Thank God first and Secondly you for doing this video. Right now, I'm looking to settle down and listening to the Lord's will and this video came to me in the right moment, what a bless to listening those words and getting a moment to meditate on it. God bless you and your family ❤
I cried when you described Jesus, so humble, so obedient. When my eyes and His eyes encounter, nothing else matters. Thank you for letting the Holy Spirit guide you to talk this sweet truth! blessings Alex
Alex, this was such a blessing to hear. As an older single woman seeking a new direction in life, I was struggling with aging, my career, and whether I would ever be married again. I began praying and seeking His face on it, as I didn't want to be in the, "limelight," of things anymore. I'm a Certified Christian Life Coach, (CCLC), and self-published author of two books on trauma and abuse, but have 'not' wanted to deal with the marketing side of promoting myself or in being caught up in the social media games. I've stayed behind the scenes and continued serving others in Christ not doing much promoting accept for a sharing some life coach writings on two of my social media platforms, but that's it. Yet, I know that God is calling me to do more writing and publishing of the books He's laid in my heart. As I surrendered it all to God, I sensed Him calling me to live a, "quiet life" and that He would promote me. Then I heard this video, which was confirmation that I was hearing God. So proud of the changes you made in your life choices. We're definitely on the right track! 👍
Just finished reading The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer. So good!
This society (speaking from a US standpoint) is so based on busyness (gasp,oh Ive been SO busy,cant keep up! What are your plans this weekend? What did you do?) If you say oh nothing,really, or say something mundane its like you bummed them out or they kinda pity you. At one point a while ago I just said you know,I live simple and quiet, I just enjoy what I have..
Your honesty and transparency was very appreciated as most of us suffer with pride as well in our relationships thank you for that. God has been leading me out of self worship and showing me why i need to appreciate and respect my household more.
In the silence God speaks, Living a quite life is not easy and not for the faint hearted, but it is rewarding when God God the only pull in your mind and your soul
This has moved me massively. I’m looking at life in such a different way. “your chasing yourself and you are not free”. Gods word is so powerful, and sometimes we need others to explain to us what the bible is telling us and relate it to a situation that is relevant to our lives to see what God is saying to us. I deactivated some of my social media accounts recently and trying to move away from the social standards of this generation and after watching this video, I have truly understood the importance of resting in his presence. Casting all my fears and anxieties on him and not putting so much pressure on myself to be perceived a certain way. If Jesus wasn’t seeking it why should I? God will promote me if that’s his plan for me.
God is asking me to live the quiet and simple life by not emotionally reacting to those that try to place emotional hurt on me. Amen. And instead going for a walk with Jesus. And praying for forgiveness
I found your video quite refreshing. I have always been more drawn to the simple life but found that friends etc couldn’t really understand my decision not to be consumed with material things, going out to brunch etc. I just enjoy being at home, playing worship music, going to the park for a picnic. I feel in my most simplest state I am the closest to God and my focus is more concentrated on Him rather than distracted by the things of the world. Hoping to purchase a quaint little place, grow some wonderful food and just continue to glorify God in my everyday life 🙏🏾♥️
I recently started up an IG to promote my channel, but I felt so burnt out was so focused on posting everyday to get growth. But the Holy Spirit quickly convicted me about this & your message has honestly confirmed that🙏🏾we can get so focused on building our brand that we loose sight of what God wants to do in us
Seriously same here. Let me go back to God’s plan not the worlds plan for me and fall back on things that will water me down eventually or dry me of energy for Gods kingdom!❤
I feel the same way. I make self improvement videos on social media, but I find it hard to find that balance between posting to help others and receiving validation from it.
Mother Theresa's quote has inspired me. Not everyone is called to do great things. But we can all do small things with great love. I just want to do the God things. I want to see the openings of God and sow seeds. I am called to do some big things but I only want to do them with God and for God. To walk in the Spirit and not in the ego. So good!
The Lord has been showing me multiple times a day the past few days 1 Peter 5:6. Humble yourselves before the Lord and He will exalt you. And what you have said, “God is the one who promotes”.
I love the way you pointed out your pride in waking up in the middle of the night and in the cleaning the toilet thing because it helped me to realize that no christian is perfect but Jesus Christ.
I mean you can still live a successful life & give God all the glory, i do agree with the simple & quiet life, but that doesn’t mean don’t use the gifts God give you & be a nobody, strive for greatness and give God all the Glory !!!
A friend sent this to me and i’m so glad she did. I get so caught up in keeping up. Jesus didn’t pursue extravagance. Thank you jesus for speaking through your Word in this man.
This is crazy bc I literally have been feeling God calling me to slow down and steward what He has given me, rather than chasing and striving for the next thing with business. And I have so much peace from that guidance and wisdom from God. Very timely message! I feel like this is definitely a message God is speaking to us- to live a quiet life & slow down…
I used to think being humble and living simply meant settling for less but really it means having everything and then some. Jesus was able to be free and find joy in the little things because of humility.
I read 1 thessalonians literaally 2 days ago and that verse really resinated with me. Ive been on a journey of digitial mininalism for a few months thriugh buying a dumbphone and slowly delting my social media accounts. The Lord is really teaching me the amzingness of not being popular, not having loads of things, and being free from distractions. Im really learning a lot right now and this video came at the perfect time. Thank you for this, its so important for people to realise this and to stop chasing after fame
I have been striving, chasing after my dreams for years and years, and I got frustrated and angry with God when he didn't give them to me after years of praying for them. Then I realised that my dreams and wants aren't the ultimate goal, but God is. God has really gracefully been pressing this into my heart that it will be good to let go of this obsession over the things that I want, and I've been able to let go so much more. It's still hard sometimes, but I'm not actively striving for the things that I want, and instead, I'm praying that God promotes me and, at the same time, im actively not promoting myself. It's been so much more peaceful, and I'm joyfully excited to dive deeper into trusting and thereby into his peace. There's nothing better than that. There has also been a deeper sense of enjoyment of Him, and that's just the best feeling❤. I'm going to try to go deeper by being disciplined with my school, training and eating well, and by limiting screen time. I'm also gonna be fasting weekly to really seek his presence.
The overall message you are sending is true. Living a simple life would leave you to be more available to God. But we were never meant to be quiet about our life. No I’m not saying to go shouting about everything that we do, I am saying if we are living our lives right then our self promotion becomes God’s promotion. This is true because if in everything we do, we give God the glory for it all then we redirect the praise to him and thats the hard part. Its hard giving away credit that we are so used to having and craving that validity that school has trained all of us to thrive on. The reason Jesus said that is so that the time of his ministry would be lengthened. Jesus did end up in fame 😂 and so did his disciples. Our whole purpose is to give praise and glory to God. HE WANTS THE FAME😂 because he is perfect and God is perfect we were created to praise them and make them famous.
Been struggling lately with the need to feel important. I'm striving for acalades for the wrong reasons. Lord help me to be ok with not being known by the vast majority. Help me to live quietly and humbly in you Amen.
God promised to transform us if we would but confess our sins and believe that He will do it. He changes us when we insist on it. We can expect to see the change, so be happy. He overcame for us so we will overcome in His power. Look to Him. Wait on Him. Blessings!
just to let go of things, and Let God. Let go on the things that call me stress and focus away from God just let it go it could be anything such as a tv show or a tt series let it go and let God work in you
God’s been teaching me to trust him, and that has been leading me to being faithful in the small things that I do, like studying for a test or doing chores around the house. God wants us to have peace and enjoy life with him.
@@IramCoercere "Blessed are those servants whom the master finds awake when he comes. Truly, I say to you, he will dress himself for service and have them recline at table, and he will come and serve them." - Luke 12:37 Being faithful in the small things means being diligent and obedient in all aspects of our lives not just the big or noticeable tasks It involves being consistent in our actions attitudes and relationships, even when no one is watching Just as in the parable of the talents where the servants were commended for their faithfulness with small amounts we are called to be faithful with what has been entrusted to us whether it be small or large This kind of faithfulness reflects our trustworthiness and commitment to God, and it prepares us for greater responsibilities in His kingdom.
I like Luke's continuation of the account, "Yet the news about him spread all the more, so that crowds of people came to hear him and to be healed of their sicknesses. But Jesus OFTEN withdrew to lonely places and prayed." Luke 5:15-16
I have to thank your ministry for helping me choose the simple and quiet life a year ago when I was chasing my career and trying to make life go my way. I was missing out on being still and quiet with the Lord and serving my family at home. It has been such a blessing to slow down and stop trying to keep up with the world. God used your Psalm 119 series to help open my eyes and break things off that needed broken. I am so thankful for your ministry, God bless you guys.❤
How God is wanting me to live a quiet and simple life is to slow down. Yesterday I saw this post on how to grow your social media and I wanted dm the person and grow my following for my podcast. But I was looking at everyone else I wasn’t willing to…let God exalt me and there was this spirit willing to wanna let God exalt me but my flesh was chasing human praise…and I need this podcast right here bc I wanna be up there so bad and have this platform. And I would get discouraged when I don’t have many ppl looking at my videos but God has been telling me to trust in his timing and having a huge platform can bring so much stress and my pride tells me that I can handle it and I need it bc for years my flesh has strived for attention from people but to be humble and let God take the wheel, to let go and let God is where im at right now. Thank you so much for this podcast episode i really needed it
What a wonderful message! It reached me here in Brazil. Thank you for sharing it. The Holy Spirit has been talking to me about these things, as well. And it's so good to hear it from other christians. God bless your life and family.
I am called to live the simple and quiet life 🙌🏽 I just deleted every social media account I had even my tiktok and instagram that I was using to spread God’s goodness He’s calling me away and when He calls me back it’ll all be for Him I want to able to hear His voice clearly in all that I do I want Him to promote me where I can look back and say it was nobody but God that done it for me! 🙌🏽🌻
Recently I graduated from university and I'm finishing up my certified flight instructor training so I can teach others how to fly. During this training period I've been so anxious with the success of others in this profession that I've been stressing out over such simple things. I was on social media comparing myself to others and evaluating whether or not I'm going to be successful. Then a really good mentor of mine told me that trusting in the Lord is like letting Him guide my aircraft. I was confused at first but he explained it like this: As pilots we have to follow checklists and procedures to conduct a safe flight but instead of the pilot navigating, we let the Lord decide our destination. Now relate that to real life: Go and conduct your life in a godly manner, do not stress about the future, enjoy the small things in life that may seem insignificant. While you do this and trust in the Lord, He will guide you to the destination He intended for you. After that, I deleted my instagram and pretty much set a schedule to build good habits: reading the Bible, mediating with the Lord, working out, studying aviation topics. All this to build myself and enjoy the life I have. I thank God every day for keeping me and I still can't believe Jesus died on the cross for me. Only thing I can do is praise and give thanks to the most High.
God is in the midst of showing me that I don't need the loud and esteemed life I am searching for. It's the toughest thing I have ever faced. Things that are passions of mine and 'loves' that I genuinely have an interest in are being removed from my life for the purpose of a less distracted, simple life without the underlying pride of doing those things for recognition. If it be Gods will then it be mine...
Thank you for this message Alex! The Lord has definitely been opening my eyes to what it means to live a simple and quiet life. When I was in the world I almost always did things for attention and I let popularity be the focus of my life, but God has been so good to me and is showing me why living a life like that is the worst thing I could ever do. He’s helped me to become more humble and to slowly understand more and more that all my value comes from God and Him alone. He created me and loved me enough to let Jesus die a sinner’s death so that I can be made clean by His blood and be able to enter His presence by His Spirit. It’s not about me, it’s all about HIM!
That’s so Good pastor! I pray a surrending for those who are seeking Jesus. That wicked voices both spitrual and physical are muzzled! I love you baby ❤
6:00 preaching here and there shouldn’t be your source of happiness but spreading the word like that can be the life God has called someone to live. The problem is when you let it get to your head and you stop being faithful in the little things
1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 Make it your aim to live a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to earn your own living, just as we told you before. In this way you will win the respect of those who are not believers, and you will not have to depend on anyone for what you need.
How is God asking you to live the simple and quiet life?
Amen
One of my all time favorite verses
i feel He is leading me to not overshare with everyone like I used. To be content with just the few qualities of friends I have, being more intentional with spending time with Him rather than being on social media.
With College, instead of filling up like I have in the past, he wants me to just enjoy a free schedule!! Of course work hard and be in community and enjoy life…but I want to enjoy a life that is attuned to GOD’s rhythm, not my idea of “enjoyment”. And I’m finding that my enjoyment is now the desires of his heart🙌🏾
This message helped me tremendously, thank you Alex! God is calling me to live the simple and quite life by casting all my burdens at His feet and by resting in His presence to give me peace. I always thought I had to be the best of the best in my life and my future career. But God reminds me that living to glorify Him is to just simply give my life to Him and honor Him in every aspect of my life. For the past 2 years my pride got in control of my life and I was overworking myself, never having enough time to spend with my Heavenly Father. God had to open my eyes by take away my biggest passion(like surfing) so I could see how much I only needed him in my life to live in peace.
Very recently I realized that I would fantasize about worldly things. I’m in high school right now(homeschooled), and I live in a tiny tiny village in Costa Rica, I am truly blessed, the best clean air, the best clean food, the best clean water, surrounded by a jungle… but instead of taking a look around and appreciating the blessing, I would fantasize about a fancy and high end life. And literally two days ago, I realized that I don’t want any fast cars, I don’t want fancy clothes, a villa, getting my nails done every week, no, I don’t want any of that, I love my chickens, I love my crazy country family, I love our fruit trees and the dirt that feeds us, I love my boots covered in cow poopoo…. Thank You Jesus, Our Lord, Amen.
❤ beautiful
Amen ❤ Esa paz, esa tranquilidad, ese paraíso. Es una bendición.
Many would trade the simple and quiet life, you have. Life in the city is sure stressful. Almost everyone is in a hurry, most people these days, are tired, anxious, and unpatient. In the bus, tram or
train, many young people and not so young (: , are on, with their phones...Scrolling through their social media, or playing games... Yes, blessed you are, you have the time to contemplate, focus your life with God. Not on worldly things that are all in vain...
@@Onelovelyday-At-atime Life with God is definitely we should all strive for! 😄
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The Lord has REALLY been convicting me about this and showing me what it means to have joy. For years I chased success, praise, materialism and all the things I thought I needed to be happy. Today, I went for a run and had the best time alone with God with the sun on my face. My wants have shifted so much. Praying he continues to show me what needs to die. Loved this message.
Amazing comment. Thank you sis
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Same I’m the same women but changed. My soul is happier
Go head gurrrl 🌸✝️🙌🏾
I resonate so much with this comment.
“Why should I seek something Jesus didn’t seek” hit me hard. It makes me want to be still and ask myself why I’m truly doing the things I am doing.
Mmmm great word bro. Thank u
such a sobering thought. amen!
Wow. Today was a real battle with my flesh, and the worst part was that I gave in. But I ask myself why am I doing the things I am doing. Why am I seeking and chasing what Jesus didn’t chase. What i’m saying was this hit my heart as well.
Oh my.. oh my... This hits hard.
I love to be still I get the downloads and write ✍️ in my journal. Don’t ignore the beautiful 💭 thoughts when u are still.
To speak less and listen more. To not need to convince others that I am right. To practice gratitude & lay down my will for God's will. All things I have been praying for years and now I am feeling the workings of the Lord. Thank you for your message.
Amen.
Instead of going out all summer and having fun with friends. I am in a season of just focusing on God and doing Bible studies. I do the 50 for Christ. Which is 10 Bible pages a day. 15 min of prayer 15 min of worship. 30min of a sermon. 1 hr social media fast
I'm sure some fun here and there isn't wrong but great that the majority will be with the Father
In the same boat brother! Don’t be afraid to still enjoy what activities there are out there that won’t make you fall. But definitely a great idea to take yourself out of the world’s distractions and focus on Jesus
I love this! It’s such a holy summer and all szns can be beautifully holy when we just submit to His feet, and THE JOYYYYY OF KNOWING HIM and the rest he gives instead of the world’s definition of rest is GREATER!
God calls us to be set apart. Great job for focusing on your relationship with Him. No time with God is ever wasted. ❤
I have never heard of this but I am definitely going to start.
Once I realized this world and almost everyone in it are heading straight to hell I walked away from everything.
I dropped social media, tv, books, movies, everything. I stopped keeping up with what was going on in the world and I spend as much time in the word of God as possible.
This world has nothing to offer but emptiness. Set your eyes on heaven.
We can't abandon the world. The world needs God's help, and we can help bring the world's people to God. Don't fear the world, know that God will protect you from its sins and will guide you to your destiny.
Amen
"What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world but loses his soul." I live a simple and quiet life away from social media, TV, and the media! I am unmarried and live a quiet life. I prefer living celibate.
Amen!
Not UA-cam?
“The silliness of what society pursues.” ✨
Ecclesiastes..... all vanity
God has shown me that the simple life is allowing him to let me just be. No striving, just simply running the race to the finish line. Nothing more, definitely nothing less
I would strongly recommend you check the scriptures on this. God’d word gives no inclination that He “lets us be.” He is always calling us to new depths of His love, and exhorts us to strive in lawfulness to fulfill our duties. Checkout Luke 13:23-33, Genesis 20-22, 1 Timothy 6:12, and 2 Timothy 2:5. Hope this helps and God bless.
yeah i gotta also encourage you to pray on that. no striving but no stagnancy either. if you’re not feeling his conviction then that’s also a dangerous thing!
Amen!! ❤
I understand what you are saying. We have to abide in Him or we can not bear any fruit but yes we should not be striving. Just resting in Him but always clinging to Him and letting Him push us on. God bless
FACTSSS 🎉love this
This brother has serious peace upon him..Looks like he's been on vacation for three months straight.. Simple and quiet life I've adopted now...Amen
I often do 9, 10 hour work days...when im only scheduled to do 7. I am starting to realise its my pride making me do it, wanting validation from people, a pat on the back and a "well done". The only "well done" I want is from God.
Thank you for the video. Real talk. 🙏🏽
I lived that lifestyle for the last 12 years. I recently quit my job and settled down with a much simpler part time job. Two things I learned:
1. Nobody cares about your over the top work ethic. You’re replaceable. As much as you think you’re not, you really are. For the longest I thought I was never replaceable. Nobody can replace me! Ha, ya right. That’s pride talking. Guess what? They replaced me the day I left.
2. I was working longer and harder hours because of pride. I wanted others to see that I was the best, which I was, however I wanted to constantly be validated. Even if it came at a cost, my physical health.
John the Baptist was so on fire for Jesus and I believe it is because he lived a simple life. He ate simple natural food, he wore simple clothing, and preached a simple yet powerful message. And he was called Beloved!
Amen, that is really good!
Yes well put well done 🎉
I must decrease, he must increase
I think God wants me to be content with the things I have and with the life I live. Not look for the extraordinary, or a better job, a nicer car or a nicer apartment, but be grateful for everything He has provided for me. That includes my faith, my family, the peace and grace He has given me, the gift of seeing the beauty of His creation, the relationships I have because of Him. And to keep focusing on giving more, not acquiring more or being more.
Yesss 🙏🏻being able to be content for what you have in the moment allows u to be grateful for what you have in every way that’s why God says that because he wants u to realize the things that u have others may not have but yes
So great your comment! I agree ❤
Thank you for writing this, I needed to read this today.
As a young women another layer of pride GOD convicted me to peel off was
1) deleting my face from social media, deleting my ig acct etc..
2) throwing out all makeup & fake things that make me “more beautiful” or “more presentable”
I focus on looking clean, Holy, modest, while trying to be a faithful servant in this distracting + fallen world
Thats amazing. Do you know i learnt that fallen angels were the ones who introduced jewellery, makeup, tools, weapons to humans in the Book of Enoch. Im working on weaning myself so to hear a young woman do it wow! ❤🎉
YESSS! A lot of women need this awakening! Happy for you. God bless you, and may he continue to lead the way in your life. ❤
This God is the biggest liar, sadist and sociopath that ever existed. He is almighty, allknowing cosmic-scale abuser, and we are all his victims. I was christian before, but for 15 years i go through such pain and such diseases, none of ppl i met at school or university goes through shit like that, NONE. Stable job, marriages, relationships, i am being throwned out from every social group i enter, and i don't harm anyone. It's God, he decided my life will look like that, he proves me everyday how his evil knows no boundaries. So if u want to warship this elephant dung garbage - feel free to do it. I know that he is not enemy of satan but his ally. The only reason you have peacefull life right now is because he throwned dice and decided you will be in the group of "blessed for no reason" people, or he already plans to ruin your life in future. This "thing", calling himself god, ruined my dreams, my relationships, my health - every organ in my body is ill in one way or another, he crushed my heart and identity. If you believe in this thing u are either comfortable with someone dying for you, so that you wont need to take responsibility for your sins - which is straight up vile and evil mentality, or you are living in delusions that he will not crush you like a worm - he will, but he chooses when.
I can live the simple and quiet life, by not chasing worldly things, or recognition, or being “busy”. Rather, I can focus on the small things in life, like the day to day things. I also believe that I can live the simple and quiet life by making Jesus and His word my top priority.
Very true. Everything in this life promotes worldliness, taking time to not be “busy” is hard sometimes but rewarding 😊
@@MissAngieANot everything is sinful if thats what you mean
That's very legalistic
Amen and Amen. It is the truth. Appreciating God's daily graces is the key to peace, balance, and order.
yes, and I think it's the best way to live life, even the dark times aren't dark when you are walking with Jesus
“Jesus didn’t want popularity because he was so humble he had no pride” Just the thought of having no pride mad me feel a sense of freedom inside!
It really does
That level of humbleness is heavenly
This God is the biggest liar, sadist and sociopath that ever existed. He is almighty, allknowing cosmic-scale abuser, and we are all his victims. I was christian before, but for 15 years i go through such pain and such diseases, none of ppl i met at school or university goes through shit like that, NONE. Stable job, marriages, relationships, i am being throwned out from every social group i enter, and i don't harm anyone. It's God, he decided my life will look like that, he proves me everyday how his evil knows no boundaries. So if u want to warship this elephant dung garbage - feel free to do it. I know that he is not enemy of satan but his ally. The only reason you have peacefull life right now is because he throwned dice and decided you will be in the group of "blessed for no reason" people, or he already plans to ruin your life in future. This "thing", calling himself god, ruined my dreams, my relationships, my health - every organ in my body is ill in one way or another, he crushed my heart and identity. If you believe in this thing u are either comfortable with someone dying for you, so that you wont need to take responsibility for your sins - which is straight up vile and evil mentality, or you are living in delusions that he will not crush you like a worm - he will, but he chooses when.
I deleted all of my shorts that had hundreds of thousands and sometimes millions of views. I walked away from thousands and thousands of followers because it became an idol. I can relate.
Psalm 75:6-7 “For promotion and power come from nowhere on earth, but only from God. He promotes one and deposes another.”
Now this is the real deal. No shouting, no gimmicks, just going over the Gospel and what it really means for our lives. Thank you. 🙏
I really needed to hear this.
Now, i think i can finally push forward to the next step in my walk with jesus.
Time to empty my life of pointless things.
Right there with ya
This God is the biggest liar, sadist and sociopath that ever existed. He is almighty, allknowing cosmic-scale abuser, and we are all his victims. I was christian before, but for 15 years i go through such pain and such diseases, none of ppl i met at school or university goes through shit like that, NONE. Stable job, marriages, relationships, i am being throwned out from every social group i enter, and i don't harm anyone. It's God, he decided my life will look like that, he proves me everyday how his evil knows no boundaries. So if u want to warship this elephant dung garbage - feel free to do it. I know that he is not enemy of satan but his ally. The only reason you have peacefull life right now is because he throwned dice and decided you will be in the group of "blessed for no reason" people, or he already plans to ruin your life in future. This "thing", calling himself god, ruined my dreams, my relationships, my health - every organ in my body is ill in one way or another, he crushed my heart and identity. If you believe in this thing u are either comfortable with someone dying for you, so that you wont need to take responsibility for your sins - which is straight up vile and evil mentality, or you are living in delusions that he will not crush you like a worm - he will, but he chooses when.
It's so crazy that I am seeing this because last night I deactivated my Instagram account. I feel more calm when I am off all social platforms. It's like my brain is at ease. I feel like Jesus Christ wants me to draw closer to him and I just keep tip toing back and fourth. I thank you for this message as it has reminded me that half of the reason I be so stressed out is due to my Pride as well as societies expectations. It's a lot however I'm determined to overcome this and draw closer to the Lord as much as I can.
I believe God is calling many people to disconnect…..by disconnecting we have open availability to hear him even more Clearly….❤. I haven’t gotten to deactivating accounts yet, but I’m trying my best to limit my time online. It’s tough for sure 🙁
Wow. Social media causes so much stress I agree.
I feel the same. I shut down my instagram as well (the only social media I had but still very big in my life), and it feels GOOD already. I think things are changing in me. I’m excited to see how 🙏🏽
@helloitsjulesyou fool. If the Holy Spirit is in the believer.. thats how close God is.
As a 33 year old father of two kids, when I walked away from the noise of social media, the news, and only pursued God in my free time. All my other time is dedicated to serving my family and others around me.
My life has improved incredibly.
“Why should i seek something that Jesus didn’t seek.”
Jesus was perfect in every way. Yet we’re still so arrogant to think that we know better than he did. Jesus knew exactly what he was doing, we should try to follow his example.
Even if the world hates you for it, do it anyways. Jesus reminds us, “If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first.”😤
Praise God for showing us where it is all about! In accordance with this word and psalm 75:6-7, 2 corinthians 6:14-18 I bind one to desire to be promoted by God while binding to hell every lack of desire to be promoted by God in my life, the lives of my family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, acquitances, opponents, the children I teach and the body of Christ, binding to hell every unequal yoke and common share with anyone lacking desire to be promoted by God, in the name and blood of Jesus Christ, amen and hallelujah, glory to God ❤!
I’m 24 years old and I’ve often focused on becoming the best where ever I was at to gain the notoriety that I was this good person that can do xyz. It’s been more heavily impressed upon me to just listen to Scripture on repeat everyday and lead a disciplined life. I’m over here listening and I’m like, “This is boring, but why am I bored doing something that I know holds value, more than anything else that I was doing?”
I realized my entire value system needed an adjustment. All the aspirations, YT, TT, etc. it wasn’t rooted in the true way Christ lived and it made me wonder, what is the purpose of everything I value and its fruits?
I spent 4 years working to get into one of the top colleges in the United States. Along the way, I met the most beautiful and Jesus loving woman I had ever seen. Well, I finally get into the school, and it begins drawing us apart. I realize I have to choose this life of the world; one with power, money, and pride. Or, I choose the simple and quiet life; with the woman I love, being obedient to God. I left the school, and that woman is now my Wife.
Please pray for me. I have been falling into sin a lot recently. I keep forgetting to pray at night, even though I want to. I'm sick, and I'm getting better, although, I still fall into sin often. I really want to stop this. Today we pray, and for a simple, and quiet life. Amen. ✝️
Praying God delivers and redeems you so that you can enjoy the peace that comes with loving Him and living the life He intended you to live 🙏🏽
Also prayed for you - hi from Australia - hold onto the promises of our Father, write a verse you love on paper stick it near your bed so the moment you wake you clap your eyes on the Word. I have a picture of a narrow path i got from a garage sale and think of that scripture verse i look at when i wake. Keep a journal. And find a Spirit filled believing prayer partner! ❤🎉
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We all sin everyday and there is no unwillful sin. If you study Romans you will see that a believer has two natures: the flesh and the spirit (the inner man, born of God). Although as long as we are in this flesh we will continue to sin but the inner man does not. We are made righteous by the blood of Jesus (Romans 5:1)❤ God bless you
God is calling me to spend quality time with him in the morning and throughout the day; to seek his face and kill my flesh by pursuing the things of godliness and seeking him first🙏🏽
To the simple and quiet life add helping others, giving to those in need, praying and interceding for others just as Christ tells us to love our neighbours as much as we love our selves..
Amen
God is showing me through my children. I see that my kids don’t ask for the glitz and glamor. Yes they love toys but they are so simple compared to what I see in the world. God is showing me I can be the same way. I don’t need all the things I have. There’s no value in possessions one we leave here so why force myself to have those things. Simple living, simple clothing, and it allows me to think more of Christ and allow His headship to flow through me to my family.
Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you for sharing, I wish you and your family the best.
To seek discipline but not perfection. I get so worked up in academic validation and the opinion others have on me based on the ranking of a university I get into or my grades. I need to try my best in school but not for the recognition of others but out of thankfulness for the opportunity it provides me to get a nursing degree where I can show the love of Jesus. This video made me realize I need to change my mindset and not get so worked up in the opinion others have of me so much so it goes above God’s opinion of me. Thank you for the video 🙏
God has asked me to live a simple and quiet life because he has allowed me to take a step back from hanging out with my friends just to fool around. He made me realize that sometimes it’s just better to stay home and be at peace rather then regret doing or saying dumb in a public setting.
This was a good word for today. I can get rid of the things that complicate my life. The point that hit me was looking at what Jesus chased after and then looking at all the empty things I chase after. I want to find life, and life abundantly. Thanks again good brother
When you see a great athlete on TV, some people want to be like them and make it to the big leagues. This video shows me that if it's God will, it will be, if not than it won't be. It's better to live a simple and quiet life than a hectic and popular life. HALLELUJAH! God is asking me to live a simple and quiet life by leaving my desire to be some great superstar athlete in his hands, and just put my faith in him. He will provide.
Ephesians 4:22-24
22 You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.
"Pride is the part of me that reaches out for recognition... Pride is the part of me that has no problem praising myself..." ❤️ Needed this. Have been approaching a season where I know I will get man's recognition if I act a certain way- I don't want that, I want God. I want His simplicity + HIS HUMILITY. ❤️🕊️
Pride Is the root of all evil the and root of all Sins, matter of fact there Is only 1 sin, pride, all the other Sins are just different ramifications of pride, humility Is the opposite of pride
Great video. I searched “Simple Christan Living” after hearing it in my spirit all morning. This video was the first to pop up. It really blessed me. Thank you for making this video. I shared it with my husband and other family and friends.
pride is such a hard topic to talk about because a lot of times we feel as if we aren't prideful and the message is for someone else. i needed to see this though, thank God for leading me towards this video.
Thank you for this , you’ve helped me realise that I don’t need a lot in life . I just need God and love ❤️
I love this bro because a lot of people wouldn’t admit that we appreciate your transparency and your message from the word this surely will edify those who see it, amen bro.
I appreciate that😢
@@amenalexthank you Alex, you never fail to bring me closer to God.
Amen
This is the type of teaching I've been looking for, for years-earnest, gentle practical intentional living guided by scripture. Been in church my entire life and became disheartened by the emotion-led/based faith around me. You don't know how much randomly stumbling upon this channel has helped me. Glory to God. With all sincerity, thank you for the vision God has given you.
it more than likely wasn't random ;)
@@haileyalexis6193 Perhaps, more like divinly guided. :)
Hi there. Could you guide me on what you meant by emotion-led faith? I am curious because I am in a dry spell these past weeks. Thanks for responding.
I needed this because I've felt guilty for living a peaceful life. Some people think I should be doing something. I am, I'm getting to know Jesus of Nazareth better. ❤️🙏 Thank you sir
i’ve been feeling this for a while, recently feeling like i need to just live simply and quietly instead of worrying about how many people i can reach about God and preaching to the nations, instead of living for God and trusting that He will bring people my way to preach to or spread the good news to. of course there will be times i’ll feel Him calling me to go out into public or somewhere i’ve never been to talk to people about Jesus, but overall i do feel called to just live quietly for Him because we can get very prideful and doing it for clout and popularity. i think this was really good timing alex, thank you.
I am one who was sent to your comment. What do you say of Jesus to someone who is new to the faith?
I'd say read Romans, especially 6-8 KJV. How we are sinners, not that we just sin. Our old nature and the battle with the new nature but but the mercy of God we don't have to let sin overtake us. Hebrews is beautiful as well. Humbling and encouraging. I need more faith and I always will need more until I see Him face to face one day.
I was worried and stressed about studies, but after this video I found peace in my heart.
same here✋🏾exams are getting closer and I do not feel prepared enough, thankfully I now know why. I'm wasting precious time worrying about worldly things instead of God.I believe that as long as we follow God everything will work itself out, however this requires patience, obedience and consistency.
@@chatsmackwithliz.frr those are just distractions to stop u from finding the True glory of God and what he has for ur life stop caring about them exams or worrying just do what u know and leave it all to God for he will strengthen you and help u every season you step into amen🙏🏻🙏🏻
Boredom is a luxury
It's not boredom, it's peace.
Thanks I needed that
I needed that too 🙏🏾
I love it keeps me out of trouble great reading time lol
God is the one that give promotion! Amen! 5:25
I'm slowly starting to learn about Christianity and I've got to say that I'm really looking forward to finding inner peace through Jesus. Thank you for the Video and for spreading God's word.
May the Lord Jesus bless you richly ❤
To stop chasing to be a springbok rugby player for the glory, but I should chase GOD instead.❤amen
Seek the kingdom of God first, Make Jesus your Lord, you can be a rugby player for the glory of God put him first in all things preach the gospel live in his peace
This is amazing… this same thing happened to me! I love solitude and I never feel alone… Yah changed me in such a way that love cleaning, cooking, taking care of my children and when I do go somewhere I go to nature where I can sit and watch the birds, the trees and where always Yah meets me! I have a friend that said one time that I’m like a savage because I always want to be at home or alone and I have no desire to be in loud, noisy places… I love this simple quiet life! I don’t need to be praised nor do I need the worlds applause, I have something way better: the presence, Peace and Joy of Yah! I am happy to loose my life to find it! Halleluyah 🙌🏽
Hallelujah 🙌🏽
Sounds like God was working out a pride issue with you. My constant prayer is for God to keep me humble and for me to reach those He needs me to reach by whatever means He chooses. Obedience is absolutely the focus. On a surface level, that’s the same for everyone….pursue Christ. On a deeper level, He uses us differently. We have different gifts, abilities, strengths and weaknesses. He uses them accordingly. The answer is always obedience. ❤
How is GOD asking me to live a simple and quiet life? It's a question that had not come to my mind until this video. GOD spoke through you, brother. And it's a question that really connected a lot of dots in the convictions i had that i didn't understand. Why is it that i feel so reluctant to do the small chores and do the little humbling jobs? It's as if i considered myself superior to others. But it's not "as if." That is as it is. It's the newest way the devil has carved out an avenue through which my pride can thrive. GOD is calling me to live a simple and quiet life by doing the things that humble me. To be a servant to HIM and, therefore, to serve those who HE has placed around me. Up to this point, i had forgotten what a CHRIST-like leader looked like. Not a triumphant, cape-wearing, glorious knight with a sword that has never seen battle and a higher opinion of himself than of the ONE who created him. Rather, the picture of a CHRIST-like is of a scarred, poor, lowly servant washing the feet of those he leads and dedicating the entirety of his money, comfort, strength, and dignity to the spiritual welfare of his flock. That's what CHRIST modeled for those who are given sections of HIS Flock to shepherd. i am not yet shepherd of a flock, but i already feel accountable for the flock i will one day be responsible for because of HIS Calling for my life. i fail to spend my time training myself to be humble and to study the Bible. Rather, i study theology for my own personal benefit and pretend that is sufficient when i could be studying the Bible, and i turn my nose up to anyone who asks me to serve, rather than seeing it as an opportunity to glorify GOD and love serving HIS Flock. GOD is asking me to life a simple and quiet life by abandoning pride and humbling myself, and by living a life that the greatest of GOD's leaders should live, that of a servant.
Brother, i don't know if it's how you talk or what, but GOD has used more of your videos to bring me closer to HIM than of anyone else's. And i don't know if you'll ever read this, but if you do, please know that your videos are blessing me in a way that can only be by GOD's purpose. It's people like you who i look forward to talking to when we pass into eternity. GOD bless you brother. Praying for your family with their sickness. GOD is with us!
Dear Brother Alex, i would like to Thank God first and Secondly you for doing this video. Right now, I'm looking to settle down and listening to the Lord's will and this video came to me in the right moment, what a bless to listening those words and getting a moment to meditate on it. God bless you and your family ❤
I cried when you described Jesus, so humble, so obedient. When my eyes and His eyes encounter, nothing else matters. Thank you for letting the Holy Spirit guide you to talk this sweet truth! blessings Alex
Alex, this was such a blessing to hear. As an older single woman seeking a new direction in life, I was struggling with aging, my career, and whether I would ever be married again. I began praying and seeking His face on it, as I didn't want to be in the, "limelight," of things anymore.
I'm a Certified Christian Life Coach, (CCLC), and self-published author of two books on trauma and abuse, but have 'not' wanted to deal with the marketing side of promoting myself or in being caught up in the social media games. I've stayed behind the scenes and continued serving others in Christ not doing much promoting accept for a sharing some life coach writings on two of my social media platforms, but that's it.
Yet, I know that God is calling me to do more writing and publishing of the books He's laid in my heart. As I surrendered it all to God, I sensed Him calling me to live a, "quiet life" and that He would promote me. Then I heard this video, which was confirmation that I was hearing God. So proud of the changes you made in your life choices. We're definitely on the right track! 👍
Just finished reading The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer. So good!
"Why would I seek something that Jesus didn't seek" This stopped me in my tracks. This is such a powerful message. Praise God!
This society (speaking from a US standpoint) is so based on busyness (gasp,oh Ive been SO busy,cant keep up! What are your plans this weekend? What did you do?)
If you say oh nothing,really, or say something mundane its like you bummed them out or they kinda pity you. At one point a while ago I just said you know,I live simple and quiet, I just enjoy what I have..
Your honesty and transparency was very appreciated as most of us suffer with pride as well in our relationships thank you for that. God has been leading me out of self worship and showing me why i need to appreciate and respect my household more.
Thank you for reminding me that Gods power is made perfect in my weakness(2 Corinthians 12:9)
Your words really resonate with me.
After this video it completely changed the way I think to where I am changing to the simple quiet life PRAISE THE LORD
In the silence God speaks, Living a quite life is not easy and not for the faint hearted, but it is rewarding when God God the only pull in your mind and your soul
I came to search UA-cam for an idea how to live a more simple life because things are getting on top of me. Glad your video found me.
I've learned that following Christ' lifestyle by living HIS simple life is worth every moment of peace it gives.
I just love Jesus! ❤
This has moved me massively. I’m looking at life in such a different way. “your chasing yourself and you are not free”. Gods word is so powerful, and sometimes we need others to explain to us what the bible is telling us and relate it to a situation that is relevant to our lives to see what God is saying to us. I deactivated some of my social media accounts recently and trying to move away from the social standards of this generation and after watching this video, I have truly understood the importance of resting in his presence. Casting all my fears and anxieties on him and not putting so much pressure on myself to be perceived a certain way. If Jesus wasn’t seeking it why should I? God will promote me if that’s his plan for me.
*1 Thessalonians 4:11* *and that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;*
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I have a simple quiet life an its awesome just me an Jesus I have more peace this way
God is asking me to live the quiet and simple life by not emotionally reacting to those that try to place emotional hurt on me. Amen. And instead going for a walk with Jesus. And praying for forgiveness
I found your video quite refreshing. I have always been more drawn to the simple life but found that friends etc couldn’t really understand my decision not to be consumed with material things, going out to brunch etc. I just enjoy being at home, playing worship music, going to the park for a picnic. I feel in my most simplest state I am the closest to God and my focus is more concentrated on Him rather than distracted by the things of the world. Hoping to purchase a quaint little place, grow some wonderful food and just continue to glorify God in my everyday life 🙏🏾♥️
I recently started up an IG to promote my channel, but I felt so burnt out was so focused on posting everyday to get growth. But the Holy Spirit quickly convicted me about this & your message has honestly confirmed that🙏🏾we can get so focused on building our brand that we loose sight of what God wants to do in us
Seriously same here. Let me go back to God’s plan not the worlds plan for me and fall back on things that will water me down eventually or dry me of energy for Gods kingdom!❤
What's the solution?
Do you stop posting a lot or..?
@@gintoki_sakata__ I acc got rid of my Instagram again. It’s a big distraction and I really don’t need it
I feel the same way. I make self improvement videos on social media, but I find it hard to find that balance between posting to help others and receiving validation from it.
Mother Theresa's quote has inspired me. Not everyone is called to do great things. But we can all do small things with great love. I just want to do the God things. I want to see the openings of God and sow seeds. I am called to do some big things but I only want to do them with God and for God. To walk in the Spirit and not in the ego. So good!
Amen. That's the true life ❤
The Lord has been showing me multiple times a day the past few days 1 Peter 5:6. Humble yourselves before the Lord and He will exalt you. And what you have said, “God is the one who promotes”.
I love the way you pointed out your pride in waking up in the middle of the night and in the cleaning the toilet thing because it helped me to realize that no christian is perfect but Jesus Christ.
I mean you can still live a successful life & give God all the glory, i do agree with the simple & quiet life, but that doesn’t mean don’t use the gifts God give you & be a nobody, strive for greatness and give God all the Glory !!!
A friend sent this to me and i’m so glad she did. I get so caught up in keeping up. Jesus didn’t pursue extravagance.
Thank you jesus for speaking through your Word in this man.
*Jesus ❤
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MAY GOD HEAL SET FREE AND DELIVER MAY GOD INTERVENE
This is crazy bc I literally have been feeling God calling me to slow down and steward what He has given me, rather than chasing and striving for the next thing with business. And I have so much peace from that guidance and wisdom from God. Very timely message! I feel like this is definitely a message God is speaking to us- to live a quiet life & slow down…
I used to think being humble and living simply meant settling for less but really it means having everything and then some. Jesus was able to be free and find joy in the little things because of humility.
I read 1 thessalonians literaally 2 days ago and that verse really resinated with me.
Ive been on a journey of digitial mininalism for a few months thriugh buying a dumbphone and slowly delting my social media accounts. The Lord is really teaching me the amzingness of not being popular, not having loads of things, and being free from distractions. Im really learning a lot right now and this video came at the perfect time. Thank you for this, its so important for people to realise this and to stop chasing after fame
God is always about the opposite of everything. That’s the mystery and treasures of God and his ways.✝️
I have been striving, chasing after my dreams for years and years, and I got frustrated and angry with God when he didn't give them to me after years of praying for them. Then I realised that my dreams and wants aren't the ultimate goal, but God is. God has really gracefully been pressing this into my heart that it will be good to let go of this obsession over the things that I want, and I've been able to let go so much more. It's still hard sometimes, but I'm not actively striving for the things that I want, and instead, I'm praying that God promotes me and, at the same time, im actively not promoting myself. It's been so much more peaceful, and I'm joyfully excited to dive deeper into trusting and thereby into his peace. There's nothing better than that. There has also been a deeper sense of enjoyment of Him, and that's just the best feeling❤. I'm going to try to go deeper by being disciplined with my school, training and eating well, and by limiting screen time. I'm also gonna be fasting weekly to really seek his presence.
The overall message you are sending is true. Living a simple life would leave you to be more available to God. But we were never meant to be quiet about our life. No I’m not saying to go shouting about everything that we do, I am saying if we are living our lives right then our self promotion becomes God’s promotion. This is true because if in everything we do, we give God the glory for it all then we redirect the praise to him and thats the hard part. Its hard giving away credit that we are so used to having and craving that validity that school has trained all of us to thrive on. The reason Jesus said that is so that the time of his ministry would be lengthened. Jesus did end up in fame 😂 and so did his disciples. Our whole purpose is to give praise and glory to God. HE WANTS THE FAME😂 because he is perfect and God is perfect we were created to praise them and make them famous.
Been struggling lately with the need to feel important. I'm striving for acalades for the wrong reasons. Lord help me to be ok with not being known by the vast majority. Help me to live quietly and humbly in you Amen.
Relate to that heavy brother, glad I’m not the only one 🙏💯
God promised to transform us if we would but confess our sins and believe that He will do it. He changes us when we insist on it. We can expect to see the change, so be happy. He overcame for us so we will overcome in His power. Look to Him. Wait on Him. Blessings!
Amen
Powerful! May God bless us all!😌👏🏾
just to let go of things, and Let God. Let go on the things that call me stress and focus away from God just let it go it could be anything such as a tv show or a tt series let it go and let God work in you
That song “sweet ever after” is 🔥
God’s been teaching me to trust him, and that has been leading me to being faithful in the small things that I do, like studying for a test or doing chores around the house. God wants us to have peace and enjoy life with him.
Being faithful in the small things, what do you specifically mean by that?
@@IramCoercere "Blessed are those servants whom the master finds awake when he comes. Truly, I say to you, he will dress himself for service and have them recline at table, and he will come and serve them." - Luke 12:37
Being faithful in the small things means being diligent and obedient in all aspects of our lives not just the big or noticeable tasks It involves being consistent in our actions attitudes and relationships, even when no one is watching Just as in the parable of the talents where the servants were commended for their faithfulness with small amounts we are called to be faithful with what has been entrusted to us whether it be small or large This kind of faithfulness reflects our trustworthiness and commitment to God, and it prepares us for greater responsibilities in His kingdom.
I like Luke's continuation of the account, "Yet the news about him spread all the more, so that crowds of people came to hear him and to be healed of their sicknesses. But Jesus OFTEN withdrew to lonely places and prayed." Luke 5:15-16
I have to thank your ministry for helping me choose the simple and quiet life a year ago when I was chasing my career and trying to make life go my way. I was missing out on being still and quiet with the Lord and serving my family at home. It has been such a blessing to slow down and stop trying to keep up with the world. God used your Psalm 119 series to help open my eyes and break things off that needed broken. I am so thankful for your ministry, God bless you guys.❤
How God is wanting me to live a quiet and simple life is to slow down. Yesterday I saw this post on how to grow your social media and I wanted dm the person and grow my following for my podcast. But I was looking at everyone else I wasn’t willing to…let God exalt me and there was this spirit willing to wanna let God exalt me but my flesh was chasing human praise…and I need this podcast right here bc I wanna be up there so bad and have this platform. And I would get discouraged when I don’t have many ppl looking at my videos but God has been telling me to trust in his timing and having a huge platform can bring so much stress and my pride tells me that I can handle it and I need it bc for years my flesh has strived for attention from people but to be humble and let God take the wheel, to let go and let God is where im at right now. Thank you so much for this podcast episode i really needed it
Amen
What a wonderful message! It reached me here in Brazil. Thank you for sharing it. The Holy Spirit has been talking to me about these things, as well. And it's so good to hear it from other christians. God bless your life and family.
I am called to live the simple and quiet life 🙌🏽 I just deleted every social media account I had even my tiktok and instagram that I was using to spread God’s goodness He’s calling me away and when He calls me back it’ll all be for Him I want to able to hear His voice clearly in all that I do I want Him to promote me where I can look back and say it was nobody but God that done it for me! 🙌🏽🌻
Recently I graduated from university and I'm finishing up my certified flight instructor training so I can teach others how to fly. During this training period I've been so anxious with the success of others in this profession that I've been stressing out over such simple things. I was on social media comparing myself to others and evaluating whether or not I'm going to be successful. Then a really good mentor of mine told me that trusting in the Lord is like letting Him guide my aircraft. I was confused at first but he explained it like this: As pilots we have to follow checklists and procedures to conduct a safe flight but instead of the pilot navigating, we let the Lord decide our destination. Now relate that to real life: Go and conduct your life in a godly manner, do not stress about the future, enjoy the small things in life that may seem insignificant. While you do this and trust in the Lord, He will guide you to the destination He intended for you. After that, I deleted my instagram and pretty much set a schedule to build good habits: reading the Bible, mediating with the Lord, working out, studying aviation topics. All this to build myself and enjoy the life I have. I thank God every day for keeping me and I still can't believe Jesus died on the cross for me. Only thing I can do is praise and give thanks to the most High.
@@TomTom-bh2wf Go for it! Aviation is much more safer compared to driving itself! Flying is a joy you can't beat and many pilots grow old!
God is in the midst of showing me that I don't need the loud and esteemed life I am searching for. It's the toughest thing I have ever faced. Things that are passions of mine and 'loves' that I genuinely have an interest in are being removed from my life for the purpose of a less distracted, simple life without the underlying pride of doing those things for recognition. If it be Gods will then it be mine...
Humility is true strength ❤. Love this 😊. Thank you Jesus
A fellow South African
This is exactly what I needed today! Thanks for this!
Thank you for this message Alex! The Lord has definitely been opening my eyes to what it means to live a simple and quiet life. When I was in the world I almost always did things for attention and I let popularity be the focus of my life, but God has been so good to me and is showing me why living a life like that is the worst thing I could ever do. He’s helped me to become more humble and to slowly understand more and more that all my value comes from God and Him alone. He created me and loved me enough to let Jesus die a sinner’s death so that I can be made clean by His blood and be able to enter His presence by His Spirit. It’s not about me, it’s all about HIM!
Thank You Dear Lord God and Thank You for this Mighty Message Of Wisdom May God Send Many Blessings to You and Yours 🙏🏾❤️
That’s so Good pastor! I pray a surrending for those who are seeking Jesus. That wicked voices both spitrual and physical are muzzled!
I love you baby ❤
Amen 🙏
6:00 preaching here and there shouldn’t be your source of happiness but spreading the word like that can be the life God has called someone to live. The problem is when you let it get to your head and you stop being faithful in the little things
SO GOOD!!
Thank you. True. Simple and Quiet life for inner peace with Jesus.