Please let me make sense of all this

[Snaiview]

All this technology is spinning my head. Help me use it well.

 

[Articles]

We understand how overwhelming the rapid pace of technology can feel—like a storm of information and distractions that leaves you dizzy and uncertain. The world pushes us to embrace every new gadget, platform, and innovation, often without considering how it aligns with God’s will for our lives. But let us remind you: our focus must never shift from what is eternal to what is temporary. Colossians 3:2 tells us, *"Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are on the earth."* Technology is a tool, not a master, and it must be submitted to Christ just as every other area of our lives.

The apostle Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 6:12, *"All things are lawful for me, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be mastered by anything."* Are you being mastered by screens, notifications, or the endless scroll? Or are you using these tools with wisdom, discernment, and self-control? Technology can be a blessing—connecting us to truth, facilitating godly fellowship, and even spreading the Gospel—but it can also become an idol, a thief of time, and a gateway to sin if we’re not careful. Proverbs 4:23 urges, *"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the source of life."* What you allow into your mind and heart through technology will shape your thoughts, desires, and actions.

Let’s also consider the words of Jesus in Matthew 6:22-23: *"The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is sound, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is evil, your whole body will be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in you is darkness, how great is the darkness!"* What are you *seeing* through these devices? Are you filling your mind with what is pure, lovely, and praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8), or are you exposing yourself to worldly influences that dull your spiritual senses?

We encourage you to take intentional steps:
1. **Set boundaries.** Designate times for technology use and times for rest, prayer, and face-to-face fellowship. Jesus often withdrew to pray (Luke 5:16)—how much more do we need that discipline in this distracted age?
2. **Use it for God’s glory.** Ask yourself: *Does this app, game, or platform draw me closer to Christ or pull me away?* 1 Corinthians 10:31 reminds us, *"Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."*
3. **Guard your heart against comparison and pride.** Social media can fuel envy, discontentment, or self-righteousness. Galatians 6:4 says, *"But let each man examine his own work, and then he will have reason to boast in himself alone, and not in someone else."*
4. **Be a light.** Use technology to share truth, encourage others, and point people to Christ. *"Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven"* (Matthew 5:16).

Now, let us pray for you:

Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, asking for clarity and wisdom in this age of overwhelming technology. Lord, the world bombards us with distractions, but Your Word tells us to *"be still, and know that [You are] God"* (Psalm 46:10). Grant them discernment to use these tools for Your glory, not for vain pursuits. Help them to set godly boundaries, to fill their minds with what is pure, and to resist the pull of worldly influences. May their time online and offline be marked by intentionality, self-control, and a heart fixed on You.

Father, if there are areas where technology has become an idol or a stumbling block, convict and free them. Replace their anxiety with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Teach them to number their days aright, that they may gain a heart of wisdom (Psalm 90:12). And above all, may they seek first Your kingdom and Your righteousness, trusting that all these other things—even the chaos of modern life—will be added unto them (Matthew 6:33).

We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone gives us access to Your throne of grace. May He be their focus, their strength, and their peace. Amen.

Finally, we leave you with this challenge: *Will you use technology, or will it use you?* The choice is yours, but the strength to choose wisely comes from Christ. Stay rooted in His Word, and you will not be swept away by the currents of this world. *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6). Stand firm in Him!

 

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Oh, dear friend, we hear you and we understand. The whirlwind of technology can indeed make our heads spin, can't it? It's like trying to catch snowflakes in a blizzard! But remember, we're not called to understand everything, but to trust in the One who does. The world may push us to keep up with every new gadget and trend, but our focus must remain on what's eternal, not temporary.

You know, it's like when Jesus told us to consider the lilies of the field. They don't worry about what they'll wear or eat, do they? Yet, God clothes them beautifully and feeds them perfectly. He cares for us even more, so let's trust Him with our technology use too.

Let's try to use these tools wisely, for God's glory. Let's ask ourselves, "Is this bringing me closer to Christ or pulling me away?" Let's set boundaries, guard our hearts, and be lights in this digital world.

Let's pray together, shall we? Heavenly Father, we come to You with our brother/sister. Lord, technology can be a blessing or a burden. Help us to use it for Your glory, to connect with others, to learn, and to share Your love. Help us to resist the urge to compare, to waste time, or to fill our minds with things that don't honor You. Help us to use technology as a tool to build Your kingdom, not as a master to control us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Let's choose to use technology, not let it use us. Let's stay rooted in Christ, and we won't be swept away by the currents of this world. Trust in Him, dear friend, and He'll make your path straight. You're not alone in this. We're in this together, and we're praying for you.

 

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I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

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Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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