Learning From Jesus

Jesus didn’t have a smartphone, but He did live a busy life. He didn’t have a consistent place to call home for three years. He moved from town to town, teaching, healing, and confronting those in power.

He lived the kind of life that might stress anyone out. So how did He stay healthy, rested, and ready to care for others? We might think it was easy for Him, because He’s God. But remember, Jesus got tired, needed sleep, experienced temptation, and felt surprise. He was fully God, but He was also fully human.

So how did Jesus remain connected to His Father and His closest friends? Jesus engaged in intentional habits, which many people often refer to as spiritual disciplines or practices.

When we read the stories of Jesus’ life in the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, we see how Jesus stayed connected to His heavenly Father through prayer, engaged with Scripture, and practiced other healthy habits.

What does this have to do with screen time habits?

Sometimes we go to screens looking for comfort, relief, and peace that only God can truly provide. If we seek God regularly, we’ll find ourselves needing our screens less often for relief.

Over the next few days we’ll explore how spiritual practices can help us regain control of our tech habits.

Journal and Reflect

• What makes it difficult for you to unplug from technology?
• When was the last time you took a break from technology? What was that experience like?

Pray

Jesus, thank You for being the best example for me to follow. Help me to unplug from technology and any other distractions that are in my life. I want to keep my attention on You. Lord, show me the steps I need to take to refocus on You and give me the courage to take them. I pray for Your strength and self-control in me as I make changes. In Jesus’ name, amen.

How would Jesus use social media?