WARM WELCOME - Open the conversation
Surveys say that most people (from 65-90%) of people use their phone in the bathroom. Are you one of them?
DEVOTIONAL - How did this week’s devotional impact you?
How has your relationship with technology changed over the last few weeks? What has led to the greatest change? How will you stay consistent with these practices as you move forward?
DISCUSS - Enjoy a good conversation using the questions below as a guide - (🔥Deeper Question)
Where might you have swung too far toward legalism (treating tech itself as the enemy) or too far toward complacency (no longer noticing how it's shaping you)?
How are you actively modeling use of technology to the people watching you — your kids, friends, spouse, or someone younger in the faith — toward wisdom, rather than leaving them to figure it out alone?
Read 1 Corinthians 6:12. Paul says, “I will not be mastered by anything.” What are some honest signs that something — tech or otherwise — has started to master a person instead of the other way around?
The sermon ends by saying, “You can win through the power of the Holy Spirit.” Where have you been relying primarily on willpower, rules, or self-control instead of inviting God to transform your desires and habits?🔥
Read the Personal Guide to Technology and/or Parenting in a Digital World Reference Guides (pg ?) What’s your impression? Do these suggestions seem helpful? Outrageous? Impossible? A dream?
PRACTICE - Ask, “What is one way that you will put scripture into practice this week?”
Name one specific technology habit you need to change. How can this group help you keep that habit up for the long term?
PRAY - Spend 30 minutes sharing, praying, and holding one another accountable.