Uncluttered Faith

Uncluttered Faith

Own Less, Love More, and Make an Impact in Your World: A Minimalist Book

About the Book

A transformative guide to experiencing the fullness of God's promises through the power of minimalism—from the bestselling author of The More of Less and The Minimalist Home.

Consumerism competes for our attention daily—from social media influences to ads on streaming services to our friends’ latest purchases. This obsession with storing up possessions is not new; Jesus taught His followers about it thousands of years ago, and those same lessons are meant for us today. Possessions seem to promise fulfillment, but we find instead that material abundance hinders us from living joyfully and realizing our fullest potential. Even more, they become distractions that leave us empty and separated from the true source of life—Jesus Himself!

You can break this cycle today. In Uncluttered Faith, Joshua Becker, bestselling author and founder of Becoming Minimalist, shows how the Bible has shaped his understanding of the minimalism movement he sparked around the world. Using biblical truth, personal stories, practical exercises, and modern research studies, Becker explains how

owning less allows you to focus more on your faith and relationship with God, leading to greater joy, fulfillment, and purpose in life
generosity is not just a spiritual practice but also a practical lifestyle choice that can help you reduce busyness and create more time for meaningful activities
minimalism helps you prioritize people over possessions, allowing you to invest deeply in your relationships and contribute effectively to your community

More than just a personal growth guide, Uncluttered Faith presents a bold vision for the Church to collectively embrace minimalism and achieve its full potential. Experience Jesus’s teachings in a new way and begin owning less to unlock a richer, more fulfilling spiritual life.
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Praise for Uncluttered Faith

“Joshua Becker used to be a pastor; now he’s a prophet. He is exposing one of the most dangerous idols of our day: materialism. It turns out that the stuff we own owns us. We sacrifice to get it and bow down under the weight of it. Rather than more time, money, or stuff, we need more margin, because the margins (physical, emotional, and spiritual) are where all the best things in life live. This book will be the prophetic strategy you’ve been longing for to finally find shalom.”—Mark E. Moore, bestselling author of Core 52

“With grace and wisdom, Joshua Becker shows how decluttering our home makes space for peace and purpose. This is more than a book about owning less; it’s an invitation to live with purpose. If your heart longs for peace, freedom, and a deeper faith, this book will meet you right where you are.”—Zoë Kim, founder of Raising Simple and author of Minimalism for Families

“I am one of the millions who have been inspired by Joshua Becker’s bestselling books—teaching us to unclutter our lives to create space for more of what truly matters. In Uncluttered Faith, Becker invites us to take the next step, using our uncluttered lives to deepen our faith and make a lasting difference in the world around us. He meticulously lays out how our overattachment to wealth distracts us from our pursuit of God, and he provides practical steps to leverage minimalism for a life filled with not just more joy and purpose but also more impact.”—Glen Van Peski, founder of Gossamer Gear and author of Take Less. Do More.

Uncluttered Faith is a clear and compelling invitation to experience more of God by embracing less of the world. As both a friend and a colleague, I’ve had the privilege of watching Becker live out these truths for nearly twenty years. What he writes here is not theory but hard-won wisdom. The ways of Jesus described in these pages have brought freedom and blessing to many, and they can do the same for you.”—Joe Darago, executive director of The Hope Effect

“Imagine your life with less debt, less pull from consumerism, and more money for God’s work. This book shows a simple way to start. As someone who has spent the last twenty years helping Christians find more money to fund their mission, I’m thrilled about the clear, biblical steps Becker lays out. I’ll be pointing my students to this for years.”—Bob Lotich, award-winning author of Simple Money, Rich Life and founder of SeedTimedotcom

“In a noisy, distracted world, Uncluttered Faith is a clear call to simplify and give God our best. Joshua Becker not only exposes the clutter that keeps us from Him but also gives practical, hope-filled steps to clear the way. This book is timely, practical, and deeply needed for anyone who longs for a faith that is focused and free.”—Travis Brown, former NFL quarterback and pastor at Christ’s Church of the Valley

“Freeing ourselves of clutter can get us spiritually closer to our faith and our true selves. Joshua Becker has a way of keeping things clear and down-to-earth—Uncluttered Faith is full of the kind of wisdom that makes you stop, think, and want to live a more intentional life that allows you to focus on what truly matters: our family, faith, and friends.”—Matt Paxton, host of Filthy Fortunes and Hoarders, and author of Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff

“In Uncluttered Faith, Joshua Becker calls us to unclutter and simplify, so we can focus on the most important aspects of our lives—including prioritizing people rather than possessions and finding purpose beyond a paycheck!”—Crystal Paine, New York Times bestselling author, founder of MoneySavingMom.com, and host of The Crystal Paine Show
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About the Author

Joshua Becker
JOSHUA BECKER is the founder and editor of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to inspiring others to find more life by owning less. The website welcomes over 1,000,000 readers each month and has inspired millions around the world to consider the practical benefits of owning fewer possessions and given them the practical help to get started. He is the best-selling (Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Publisher's Weekly, Amazon, Audible) author of The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want Under Everything You Own. Joshua's writing has led to speaking opportunities all across America and internationally. He is a contributing writer to Forbes and has made media appearances in the Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post Live, and the CBS Evening News. Joshua and his young family live in Peoria, AZ. In many ways, they are just your typical middle-class, suburban family--minus the dog and relentless pursuit of physical possessions. More by Joshua Becker
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