If I didn't have Jesus, the world of technology would swallow me whole. If you don't believe me, let me tell you about my typical day. I wake up at 5:30 am. I start the morning listening to the news while looking at my phone and scrolling through Facebook as I get ready for work. At 6:00 am, I'm out the door and in the truck for my 50 minute drive. While driving, I listen to local talk radio. At work, a Christian audio book plays in my head phones. It is probable that this time is the most spiritual part of my day. While listening to the audio book, I usually get the inspiration to make time with God when I get home. At break, phone games and more Facebook consume my time. At lunch, I am on my phone again for about an hour. On the way home from work, I listen to podcasts, By the time the truck pulls into the driveway, I am tired from a long drive and have forgotten about the inspiration to spend time with God. While stepping through the door, I remove my shoes, flip on the TV, and head to the couch. Television, household duties, and more time on my phone fill the rest of the evening. At the end of the day, guilt invades and sends out reminders that I have not made the most of my day. God seems to be missing from the day. Thoughts of wanting to do better and get more out of life play on a loop. It is Jesus who summons me go deeper with Him continually. He shows me that a revaluation of my priorities is in order. Do you identify with this struggle? The following blogs will be my attempt to find a balance between the technology in my life and following Christ. Hopefully, through this journey, we will both gain some spiritual insight and answer the hard questions that come with searching for and finding that balance.
Issue to tackle
- Is Tech evil? (Talking about phones gaming and tv)
Should we limit our kids technology and do we contribute to the problem of tech addiction?
Can we use tech to spread the Gospel or are we just making excuses?
Will we be behind the times if we do not keep up with technology and will that hinder our ability to reach today generation?
Balance is the key and the struggle. Jesus is tenderly calling, the question is are we responding? Sadly most times we do not. Right there with you brother.
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