Crossroads Church The Thief in Your Pocket
Feb 15, 2025
Discover how your attention is being drained by technology, especially smartphones, and the impact this has on your spirituality. The conversation highlights the emotional ties we have with our devices and the anxiety they can create. A digital fast is proposed as a way to reconnect with yourself and your faith. Learn about a 40-day digital detox during Lent to foster deeper relationships. Ultimately, the discussion encourages listeners to seek a more meaningful life by overcoming distractions and deepening their spirituality.
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Early Tech Experiences
- Brian Tome discusses his early relationship with technology, marked by a sense of lacking due to his family's frugality.
- He describes his eagerness to embrace technology as an adult, from his first cell phone to waiting in line for the iPhone 3.
Smartphones and Divinity
- Modern smartphones create a sense of omnipresence and omniscience, giving users access to vast information and entertainment.
- This access can make individuals feel like divine entities, impacting their perception of reality.
Distraction in Groups
- Tome observes how people in groups often turn to their phones during lulls in conversation.
- He also admits to texting while driving, highlighting the addictive nature of devices.