How Simplicity Can Free You From Hurry

How Simplicity Can Free You From Hurry

From Blessed + Bossed Up by Anchored Media Network

May 28, 2026 · 44 min

About this episode

The episode explores the principle of simplicity in unhurried living, challenging listeners to reflect on their values and the impact of consumerism on identity.

In this episode, we continue our journey through The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, diving into the third principle of unhurried living: simplicity. Before getting into the chapter, there is a quick reminder about the moving sale — physical copies of the God Is My CEO Prayer Journal, the podcast planner, and She Is Uncompromising are still available for just $5 each plus shipping. Orders of 10 or more ship free. Links are in the show notes. The episode opens with a reflection on Sabbath practices from last week's discussion, including a practical tip for using AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude to generate hobby ideas that align with rest and worship — not work. From floral arranging to crafting custom tea blends, the goal is finding activities that slow you down and reconnect you with the beauty of God's creation. The heart of the episode centers on what the author calls the "gospel of America" — the cultural belief that life's meaning is found in accumulation and consumption. Drawing on Jesus' own words about wealth, greed, and the deceitfulness of riches, listeners are challenged to honestly examine whether they would follow God even if success never looked the…

Topics covered

  • simplicity
  • unhurried living
  • consumerism
  • faith
  • identity
  • rest and worship

Keywords

  • simplicity
  • hurry
  • consumerism
  • faith
  • identity
  • rest
  • worship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Princeton

Products: God Is My CEO Prayer Journal, podcast planner, She Is Uncompromising

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