Gospelbound

Would Jesus Be on TikTok?

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Apr 29, 2025
Brett McCracken, a Senior Editor at The Gospel Coalition and author of 'Scrolling Ourselves to Death,' and Ivan Mesa, Editor and co-editor of the same book, dive into the impact of digital technology on community and faith. They discuss the challenges of information overload, parenting in a tech-driven world, and the necessity of historical memory for spiritual health. With a nod to Jesus' timeless mission, they encourage the church to prioritize authentic relationships and navigate technology responsibly, turning digital distractions into avenues for genuine connection.
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INSIGHT

Church Counters Smartphone Narcissism

  • The local church offers community that pulls us away from smartphone narcissism.
  • It directs attention to God and diverse relationships beyond algorithmic preferences.
INSIGHT

Information-Action Imbalance Harmful

  • Humans were designed for information that can lead to action.
  • Overload of unactionable digital info causes mental health strain.
ANECDOTE

Brett's Over-Information Confession

  • Brett McCracken confesses to being an over-informed news junkie due to his social media roles.
  • He realized overconsumption worsened his grasp of reality, especially after 2016 and COVID.
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