Beholding vs. Scrolling (Part 1)

🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode of CLF Conversations, Perry and Pastor Dave explore how technology and social media are shaping our attention—and ultimately our hearts. The conversation addresses how digital habits form us, why distraction is a serious spiritual issue, and how social media can subtly influence our identity, desires, and thinking. Ultimately, Scripture calls believers to something deeper than constant scrolling: a life of beholding Christ. Because we are always being formed— and what we consistently behold will shape who we become. 🌍 Key Topics Covered • How technology disciples us • The formative power of social media • Distraction and spiritual life • Comparison and identity • Beholding Christ vs. constant scrolling • Stewarding attention intentionally • Practical ways to fight digital distraction 💬 Discussion Highlights We are always being discipled—by something. What we consume shapes what we love. Distraction is not neutral—it affects our spiritual life. We become like what we behold. Attention is a spiritual discipline. 📖 Scripture References Romans 12:2 Psalm 1:2 Psalm 46:10 2 Corinthians 3:18 2 Corinthians 10:12 1 Corinthians 6:12 Philippians 4:8 Ephesians 5:15–16 Colossians 3:2 📌 Takeaway Questions What is shaping me more right now—Scripture or my screen? Where is most of my attention going each day? What habits need to change so I can better behold Christ? Am I using technology… or being used by it? 🔗 Stay Connected Subscribe to CLF Conversations wherever you listen. For sermons and resources, visit: clfroseburg.com Worship. Fellowship. Grow. & Serve. 🎙️ Stay ConnectedThanks for listening to CLF Conversations, the podcast of Covenant Life Fellowship in Roseburg, Oregon.For sermons, articles, event information, and more resources to help you follow Christ, visit:Covenant Life FellowshipAs always—Worship. Fellowship. Grow. & Serve.We'll see you next time on CLF Conversations—where we grow in Christ one conversation at a time. 🎙️