Guarding Your Family From Digital Danger | The Connected Life: Part 2

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Nov 2, 2025

Parenting in a digital age poses unique challenges. Learn how to protect your kids from online dangers while promoting healthy tech habits. Craig discusses the alarming impact of excessive screen time on teens, linking it to anxiety and body-image issues. He emphasizes the need for vigilance, urging parents to act as digital gatekeepers. By delaying device ownership and maintaining open discussions about digital risks, families can navigate tech safely together. Ultimately, it's about finding freedom in Christ amid digital temptations.

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ANECDOTE

Unintended Gift Of Devices

Craig Groeschel confesses parents unintentionally handed kids devices that became harmful.
He admits adults became addicted too and didn’t foresee the digital dangers.

INSIGHT

Devices: Blessing And Threat

Devices bring extraordinary benefits like connection and convenience yet also carry serious downsides.
Groeschel says tweaking habits isn't enough; more drastic changes are often required for freedom.

INSIGHT

Digital Temptation As Spiritual Threat

Groeschel frames digital temptation as a spiritual attack targeting children and all generations.
He cites alarming mental-health trends linked to heavy screen use among young people.

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Parenting in a digital age can be overwhelming. Learn how to protect your kids online while modeling healthy tech habits for your whole family.

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