When you simplify your life as a Christian woman you open up time, space, and energy to grow closer to God. Over the last few years, I have truly been leaning into the mindset of “less is more.”
What are the things that are life-giving in my life? Spending time with God, connecting with others, and (surprisingly) it is joyfully and generously giving and serving others. When we participate in hustle culture, the rat race, keeping up with the Joneses, etc. we become drained and burnt out.
Letting go leads to abundance. I recently heard this quote by the Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs, “A Christian comes to contentment, not so much by way of addition, as by way of subtraction. Seeking to add a thing will not bring contentment. Instead, subtracting from your desires until you are satisfied only with Christ brings contentment.”
It is so difficult to give up our consumer mindset in today’s culture. But here are a few things I strive to do and that you can do to simplify your life as a Christian woman.
Let’s check them out…
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A Morning Checklist (Not Doing It All)
I first heard this idea from Mystie at Simply Convivial. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by a planner and falling behind on it constantly, grab a cheaper alternative: a pack of index cards.
The night before, write tomorrow’s date and three simple tasks you would like to complete. If I am feeling very overwhelmed, I will have a weekly card as well, with all the tasks that need to be completed that week. Then each day I can slowly do things toward each of those tasks.
I also write something to encourage me or focus on each day so that my head does not explode with all that is ahead of me. The simplicity of the index card truly keeps me grounded and on track. Ditch the fancy planner!
Throughout the day I check off the items on the list and reference it, and then at the end of the day, it just goes in the trash. It is cheap and easy to use, and so much simpler than the other home and life management systems presented to us.
When we are intentional with our time, we can be intentional with investing in our relationship with God and our relationship with others!
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Since getting rid of all my social media accounts I have felt so free! I am refreshed, more present, and content each day because of it. No more ads constantly making me feel the need to purchase something, no more wishing I was somewhere or doing something else, and no more distractions when my children and husband need me most.
It truly is so easy to simplify your life as a Christian woman when you do this yet so many of us won’t. It took me so long to get to this point. The social media accounts addict us, think we are missing out, and beg for our attention all day long. Don’t let them control you!
As a Christian woman, you were made for so much more. Go out into the real world and make a positive change in your family and with others face-to-face. It is so life-giving to impact others in a real, tangible way. You can do it!
Additionally, it has made my phone boring. I don’t look at my phone in the morning anymore, I don’t keep it near my bed, and I barely look at it throughout the day. It has opened up time to let my mind wander into prayer, sit down and read my Bible, and serve others with simple things to make their life easier.
If you don’t think that you have time to give someone a listening ear, make a meal for a friend, serve at church, drop off a random gift to your sibling, etc. then you spend too much time thinking of yourself. It’s a hard reality I have come to face. Even consider eliminating your smartphone altogether to give yourself the breathing room to serve others. These are great ways to simplify your life as a Christian woman but you first have to give it a try.
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Learn What You Can Control
While it’s easy to say, “Don’t worry about things that are beyond your control.” it’s not something we easily live out. This includes the news, the weather, the traffic, what others think of you, how others respond, what you think about, etc. Instead, lean into what you control.
You can control how you respond to situations and how you spend your time and money. Our words and actions make such a difference in how events play out in our lives and how we represent Christ to others. As a Christian woman, you simplify your life when you focus on what you can control throughout your day.
Pause and pray before reacting. Think before you speak. Choose to fill a need. Ask others how you can best serve them. Fill your mind with God’s promises. Don’t overthink about the worries of your life and give them back to God.
You can also simplify the friends that you have and the influences that are on you. Reevaluate how you spend your time, who you are influenced by, and what you think about throughout the day. Then pray for wisdom and grace from the Lord to change those things!
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Speaking of Finances
I truly believe that the way we spend our money is a reflection of our heart. How much do you consume compared to how much you give? It is convicting for me as well.
When you set up a budget and live within your means you simplify your life as a Christian woman. (I like the EveryDollar app!) The limits that our finances have on us are not burdens but blessings. It keeps us from overconsuming, following trends, and falling into the culture of this world. It is a gift to ask God how you can use your limits appropriately. Saying no is hard but so much better for us in the long run.
With the items that you currently have, declutter them and be generous with meeting others’ needs. I have learned that the less I own, the more I am free to do other things, like serve others! To not have the weight of so many physical items on me, I have the capacity to “store up treasures in heaven.”
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Your Time And Energy Matters
After you simplify your possessions, simplify how you use your time. Volunteer at church where your talents matter and where you can be 100 percent engaged. Don’t just check the boxes, but use your energy, time, and talents to truly make a difference in the kingdom of God.
You can be generous without people-pleasing others. We love to serve when we are fully satisfied in Christ, not when we are looking for the approval of others. Examine your heart to see where it may be emotionally tied to certain events in your life. Ask God for His help to reexamine your schedule and use your time and energy wisely.
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It’s A Lifestyle
A simple life is truly a lifestyle. Health is a lifestyle. Growing in your relationship with God is a lifestyle. Speaking kindly to our family members is a lifestyle.
These are not things you cram into a one-hour calendar block. When I freed my mind from this mentality, I was able to really simplify how I viewed the world. Our mission as Christian women is to glorify God, serve Him forever, and live a life that brings others to Himself.
We do this through each thought and action we have throughout the day. While that may sound overwhelming and not simple, it is important to remember that Christ works through us. None of this is in our own doing. Yes, we need to make these decisions for ourselves each day, but it is the power of God that works through us to bring people to His kingdom. It is not of our own strength.
Remove distractions (keep a task list, delete social media, control your thoughts, have a budget, and serve others well) so that you can have the time to read your Bible consistently, pray throughout the day, and become sanctified to reflect the character of God.
How do you simplify your life as a Christian woman? Which tip will you be trying first? Let me know in the comments below!
Kelsey at GoodPointGrandma
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This thoughtful list is so good, Kelsey! I need especially to work on the one about controlling my words. Thanks for the reminder!
Thanks Casey, me too!