By Karen Ward Robertson My peace is rumpled, Father. I’m afraid, disappointed, tired of struggling. So many things distract me, Father, from having a heart like yours. I want to flourish with fruit: peace, joy, goodness, faithfulness, love. “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not […]
By Rachel Hamman Stories abound of people who quit their six-figure jobs in pursuit of a simpler lifestyle. We often hear of people relocating from a large city to the country to “get away from it all.” From the tiny house movement to the minimalist culture, the “less is more” philosophy has become quite trendy […]
By Dr. Barry Thornton New homes grew from an average of 1,660 square feet in 1974 to 2,400 square feet in 2004, according to Grant McCracken. Houses have gotten bigger while the average family size has gotten smaller. And yet, in spite of these facts, our hunger for more stuff has grown out of control. […]
By Kelly Carr We strive to choose topics for The Lookout to help you grow deeper, be challenged, and look at life from a different perspective. Not just you—we also benefit by working on the articles. This week’s theme of simplicity is no exception; it’s definitely a topic I need to hear. The concept is […]
By Christine Venzon When it comes to financial planning, I would love to see my assets in the toilet. The composting toilet, to be specific. Maybe I should explain. Like most people, I try to squirrel away something for my future. Even now my savings are quietly earning interest in a brokerage account and similar […]
