Has anyone here ever given up most of their possessions and followed Christ?

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The more I think about it, the more I want to just sell everything and give most of it to the church. Has anyone else done this
 
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Very few are called to radical poverty. Most of us live within the context of family life- supporting spouses, children, parents, or others.

If you believe you are called to this, and are in a station of life compatible with this, talk to a spiritual director and vocations director.
 
I have never done it, I minimize “stuff” but as a mother with a family I don’t think I can do that. I could do much better with giving up more material things and I am thankful my conscience pulls me in that direction. It’s something for me to practice.
 
My mom can take care of herself. She’s financially stable. I just was thinking do these things own me or do I own these things?
 
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My mom can take care of herself. She’s financially stable. I just was thinking do these things own me or do I own these things?
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Have you discerned a call to the priesthood or religious life? If you’re going to sell everything, you are well suited for that unless you are called for marriage instead. Hugs.

Being a part of a religious order is a big commitment and there are many years of discernment before you decide that’s your path.
 
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I was a Franciscan for 7 years. Everything I owned fit in. Honda Civic.
(Except for some stuff at Mom’s and about $10k. I was working on it. Now it is called “Minimalism”. But I see now it was more a source of spiritual pride. I loved the simplicity though when it came to moving.
 
While I donate, I haven’t ever consider something quite like that.
 
Let’s say that I sell off everything I have, including investments and throw it at the Church in one lump sum. That’s a one-time thing. I no longer have any working capital to support later causes from the Church or support other non-Church related causes.
 
Some saints did this but it is not for everyone. The important thing is not be attached to wealth or possessions. It is better to give than to receive that is for sure.
 
I guess that makes sense if you have property that earns you money. But if you work for someone else i think it’s doable
 
yes. After five years on the street, i decided to go back to work.
 
Unless one is a saint or called to religious life it’s not advisable. The young sometimes have a romantic notion of poverty. It might sound desirable in poetry but in reality it’s a harsh life. It’s kind of like the starving artist. If you are going to starve for art you better have talent otherwise you might hate yourself and your life.
 
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