Addicted To Devices

For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. 1 John 2:16

I am getting to the point I want to scream when I watch people in malls and other places glued to their electronic devices mostly their phone. It looks like a  defibrillator where it has to be with them 24-7 or they will die. Zombie like creatures walking through malls looking down. I fear for the younger generation that communication skills will be lost as well as socialization.

I ask you in 2018 to take a look at your usage of this device and be honest with yourself. Usually the first part of the year is a time when many churches promote 21 Days Of Prayer and Fasting and what better time than to seriously look at the time you, your spouse, or your children are glued to this device. Maybe take a mobile device ‘fast’ or set a limit for the amount of time you clutch it like a best friend. Too much social media also is not a good thing. It is not real first of all and can create problems and in some cases could lead to divorce or suicide.

If you want a healthy addiction why not get addicted to Jesus. Make Him really first place in your life. I feel many say he is first simply because they go to church or are American. Let Him guide and control your life. He can help you break through any stronghold that is choking out time alone with Him. Let Him in today.

PRAYER: Father I thank you for the talented people who have invented many devices to communicate but help me not let them control my life and help me never put them before my family or friends. Give me self control. In Jesus’ name. Amen.