God continues to challenge me on this journey. I am learning more than ever that I must leave everything behind and follow him. This means acting on my convictions rather than just preaching about them.

   Since day one God has been revealing to me my build up of earthly treasures. I have an abundance of stuff! You would think that South Africa would change my heart completely in this area, but it has been so easy to continue my habits in J Baai. I've taken advantage of the crazy cheap clothes here - more to add to the already complete wardrobe I have. And the Lord has graciously provided three meals a day for me, but somehow I feel the need to go out for a quick bite each day. I think everyone on the team has been convincing themselves that this spending is justified, but it definitely isn't.  I have been talking to my team about it for the longest time, but it has been the biggest struggle to put my thoughts into practice.

   In our small groups we have been reading "A Celebration of Discipline". Let me tell you, this book has the power to turn your world upsidedown. It looks at the core of scripture and reveals so many necessary elements of Christianity. The most recent chapter focused on Simplicity. There is so much I want to quote from it, but I would recommend reading the entire thing! The wheels have been turning ever since and now I've chosen to apply.

   No unnecessary purchases.  The execution process doesn't need to be shared in detail, but know that the spirit is at work in this area of my life more than ever before. I am thrilled for the outcome of this commitment.

I asked the Lord to give me just enough to satisfy, but he has blessed me with more than enough, and that's through Jesus.