The Restoration of Essence: The Gospel Journey Back to 'Insanely Simple'
1. Introduction: The Revolutionary Power of Abnormal Simplicity Steve Jobs embedded the philosophy of "Insanely Simple" into every Apple product. Here, "Insane" means crazy—referring to a simplicity that borders on obsession, unattainable through ordinary effort. He detested the complexity of the world and staked his life on stripping away all ornaments that obscure essence. The Bible also demands this "abnormal simplicity." While the world says we must learn tens of thousands of rules to succeed, God tells us to focus on one person: "Christ." This simplicity is not ignorance but spiritual insight that pierces through all complexity. 2. The Fat and Muscle of Faith: The Boundary Between Law and Gospel Jobs likened simplicity to the body. Fat consumes energy without contributing strength, while muscles are the core that moves the body and sustains life. Our faith also accumulates "fat": efforts to display our righteousness, religious ...