When true simplicity is gained,

to bow and to bend we shan’t be ashamed.

To turn, turn will be our delight,

’til turning, turning we come round right.

Simple Gifts, Shaker Hymn, chorus

Jesus lines up with the other spiritual leaders when it comes down to what it is really all about – this life we have been granted in this time and place: Love God, love yourself, love your neighbor.

Right here, right now, return to these three things in all you do and say, in all that you are.

Mean good things for yourself and others. Work to bring those good things to life.

Accept the love God offers and return it.

Clarity of purpose and a life of true simplicity come from this. A holy life, no matter what comes your way.