Tis a Gift to Be Simple: Embracing the Freedom of Living with Less

Authors: Barbara DeGrote-Sorensen and David Allen Sorensen
Publisher: Minneapolis:  Augsburg Fortress, 1992.

This simple book shares the authors' experience and their discovery of the value of uncluttering their lives through the choice of simplicity. They discuss the dangers and pitfalls of their new lifestyle, especially the need to make judgments and the implications in many areas of life, such as food, shelter, raising children, and community. They offer concrete guidance, including six weeks of brief scripture passages for reflection.

Suggestions are given for telling the difference between needs and wants, using time and money wisely, relaxing more, enjoying family and friends, eating healthier food, conserving the earth's resources, and sorting through priorities.