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@arin.officialmusic2 ай бұрын
Entertainment has become an idol in our generation... including in my life. God is currently working on my heart and I am in a constant process of repentance, seeking God's presence and delight over entertainment and my flesh. Thank you for this video ... the LORD is disciplining His children.
@robertnolasco77472 ай бұрын
Do you feel that God wants us to completely cut entertainment out of our lives or can we have it in moderation?
@arin.officialmusic2 ай бұрын
@@robertnolasco7747 I think we can enjoy entertainment in moderation, similar to how we enjoy food in moderation. But we have to be willing to be honest with ourselves and with God about when entertainment becomes an idol or is starting to become an idol. In those times when we find that we are looking forward to a KZfaq video or TikTok binge more than we are looking forward to sitting in God's presence, it is probably a signal that entertainment is becoming an idol. That's why fasting is so important because when we fast from the idols in our hearts, it weans us off the attachment to those idols and shifts our focus back to God.
@epiccarnage98722 ай бұрын
@@robertnolasco7747that’s actually a very interesting point, but I think a lot of people have become dependent on some form of entertainment. I for one am always looking for something that i find entertaining. It’s sort of instinct at this point. I’ve read the Bible more in the past month than I have my life but I’m well aware that I find it boring most of the time, so it’s very difficult for me to keep reading when I definitely have time for it.
@NovalieSweet2 ай бұрын
@@robertnolasco7747It's different for everyone, if you are curious ask God. Ask the holy spirit.
@NovalieSweet2 ай бұрын
@@robertnolasco7747Ask God.
@CoachCarrie-RemedyU2 ай бұрын
Entertainment can easily be an idol. To be entertained means to be occupied or distracted. Entertainment occupies the mind. It's hard to be spiritually sober when we are distracted.
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
Preach.
@Rude_Boi2 ай бұрын
Amen
@oaklandsoldier85202 ай бұрын
I feel this. 💯
@nick2658Ай бұрын
What are your thoughts about what day the Sabbath is?
@DSS4932 ай бұрын
instant gratification. we want things right now and fast, not being patient in waiting for what the Lord has in store for us
@nick2658Ай бұрын
What are your thoughts about what day the Sabbath is?
@kalcium2802Ай бұрын
real
@kierarose96172 ай бұрын
This is so true we gotta focus on the right things which is God and our relationship with him.
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
Amen!!!!!! Priority number one!!
@nick2658Ай бұрын
What are your thoughts about what day the Sabbath is?
@kasey4thefather2 ай бұрын
It totally flew over my head on how we can idolise entertainment, the Devil is a crafty little monkey isn’t he
@priyasbelovedworld2 ай бұрын
I only listened 2 minutes of this and will come back to it later. It reminded that I need to go spend time with God right now and read some of his word.
@user-wx9oy4sx5t2 ай бұрын
This is your reminder if you come back here to read His word- right now! Is anything you are doing right now more important than reading His word? With the Lord all is possible! I am sure you can take just 2 minutes of a break now reading His word!
@JontefrmdatoneАй бұрын
@@user-wx9oy4sx5tI think you misunderstood she said she watched 2 minutes of the video and shes going to read his word I think
@ekgoat1692Ай бұрын
This video left me pondering the quote, "We love the world, although it will never love us back". And how we continue to allow the world space and time in our lives. Its all about being set apart. And knowing the privilege we have when it comes to the relationship we have with God. God Bless.✝
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Amen! That part. It is a privilege!!
@cassiechieduАй бұрын
The timing of this video is crazy because I’m going through a big shift and I’m getting more and more signs that it’s divine. I have to quiet my life enough to hear the voice of Jesus
@emmanueloppong97782 ай бұрын
I felt so much conviction watching this video. God bless you.
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
I felt the same conviction making it 😭😭 God is refining us!!!
@aboyisinvisible2 ай бұрын
you mean guilt?
@emmanueloppong97782 ай бұрын
@@aboyisinvisible i guess conviction can be seen as guilt but I rather look at it from a positive perspective as in the Holy Spirit is using this man to let me know what I need to do better. God bless you🙏🏿
@danatheflyest2 ай бұрын
so real. only after being in His presences do i feel better
@user-iy1wh1cj7x2 ай бұрын
Real. I always feel uneasy without him
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Facts!
@annathompson30342 ай бұрын
Thank you for speaking on this. Lately, I have been having such a hard time spending uninterrupted time with God. I read my Bible most mornings, and pray occasionally throughout the week, but to be honest, it doesn’t excite, energize, and renew me like it should anymore. Instead, I get distracted by my thoughts, what I should do that day, and meaningless entertainment. It’s exciting at first, but leaves me feeling empty. I need to get back to spending uninterrupted quality time with God. I want to be excited to read His Word and hear from Him.
@kgomotso__preciousАй бұрын
Let's begin this journey again ❤
@rodlynehope2 ай бұрын
hello! the more I age, the more social media gets distasteful. Feels great when social media apps are deleted / deactivated. However, I love how you included rap culture in your thumbnail, a reminder that their business is not my portion. I felt heavily convicted to continue pressing in with the Lord this season whether that's through bible journaling, conversations, or praying. thank you
@Antelope_0012 ай бұрын
True right, I am trying to leave my old past self's habits one by one , with God's grace .
@myguitarisbetterthanyou2 ай бұрын
10:50 mmmmm this is on point. that’s why we feed into social media and entertainment too much-we want easy satisfaction. But when u work hard to build a relationship with God, the satisfaction will be endless. Thanks for the reminder and stay different
@sarhaisramirez58582 ай бұрын
I’ve actually had to let go of people who are just so invested in other people’s lives. Whether it’s celebrities or people they know. This message is so ON TIME. I’ve been so over social media, and what society has normalized and just.. everything really.
@Alltingzkaren2 ай бұрын
Whew I’m gonna view this comment as confirmation- because I currently have a friend that I’m struggling to let go of. She’s so invested in other people’s lives and it’s so disturbing and unbearable to me now. I’m hoping God can just remove her because I do not know how to distance myself from her. We’ve friends for almost 2 decades and the friendship isn’t serving me in anyway.
@babyj56172 ай бұрын
At the end of the day it’s a decision but if your willing I’d delete social media. This is the closet thing I have to social media on my phone and it definitely feels good not to scroll through endless distracting events going on in others life’s. But I mean at the same time if you can use social media for finical reasons then why not?
@babyj56172 ай бұрын
@@Alltingzkaren I have no friends truly only family and work associates. I thought I couldn’t let go of my uncle and a close friend of 8 years until I sat back asked god to reveal my enemies an then I just did my own thing . Didn’t hit anyone up just focused on myself an then it’s like they just vanished…. An then I realized I was the one keeping them so close. Turns out the friend of 8 years who’ve I’ve never argued with a day in my life truly! Wasn’t on my side and decided to be friends with someone who talked behind my back and I haven’t spoke to him in about a year and 6months. Crazy if you just sit back and observe the truth will come to light.
@jesuslvsyou2 ай бұрын
I was just praying toGod that He would break the chains of entertainment over my life. i’ve been keeping myself from being constantly entertained, and just keeping myself in the presence of God. I pray that this cycle of constant entertainment will be broken off of all of our lives, and that we will just trust in Christ for our joy, peace, and most importantly, our love. Amen.
@HandsthatglorfiyJesus2 ай бұрын
That’s why it’s Soo Great for us to live a life of repentance a heart that’s is pure
@HandsthatglorfiyJesus2 ай бұрын
Living a lifestyle like that I feel like it’s a sweet aroma to God
@Onlyambriellll2 ай бұрын
Wow & spending time with Jesus is free!!!
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
Facts
@YanaD2 ай бұрын
The Bible plan “redeeming your time” on the Bible app reminds me of this
@twilightdust838910 күн бұрын
Love the scripture you provided about how we are like Martha. It has truth for me as I’m always hurrying and wondering why I can’t slow down. Jesus reminds us He wants as we are and He wants our heart ❤️
@loganwilliams173Ай бұрын
Blessed Be The Name Of The Lord Almighty 🙏🏾❤️
@FatherDaughterDuoReactions2 ай бұрын
Drake and Kendrick beef had me down bad lol needed this to refocus thank you for the clear meaningful content bro 💪🏿
@darin.starksАй бұрын
That beef almost got me too brother 😭 But had to recenter! Appreciate the love man
@MissTeraАй бұрын
I just stumbled upon this video from my explore page. I never thought of entertainment to be an idol, that just hit me. I am in sin and entertainment/constant scrolling has been holding me captive lately and its crazy because I feel so empty and lost doing it, I feel like I'm searching for something and I can't find it. I will pray more and ask God to help me to overcome this struggle thank-you for this video !!
@OlasupoSege2 ай бұрын
Best way is to do exactly what Jesus done spend the early hours of the day with God because it’s quiet and there are no distractions :).
@sxt44472 ай бұрын
I know God put this on my feed because this is SUCH an on time word for me. Thank you for being obedient and sharing ❤ God bless you
@christina43162 ай бұрын
I can confess and say entertainment is my biggest idol. And I’ve know for a while and I’m honest with God and tell Him. But idk how to get out. I don’t even think to ask Him to get me out. But seeing this video will change that. Thank you for this video and thank you Lord for putting it in front of me while trying to find entertainment to help me fall asleep. Smh. God bless you!
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Amen! God is with you through this journey. Be encouraged! I'm glad this could bless you!
@user-wx9oy4sx5t2 ай бұрын
We cannot do this with our own strength or willpower but ask the Lord and you shall receive; the Lord gives generously to all who ask; the Lord is good and merciful; by His will mountains crumble and people fall to ruin; by His will life exists. Ask the Lord for help in your heart, with whatever words come out- what are you afraid of?
@luisvillalta7152 ай бұрын
Man I feel this especially with school and staying locked in that. the small breaks I can read the word instead of social media use really gets me sometimes
@r.walker79862 ай бұрын
use those breaks to study and make friends...
@Rude_Boi2 ай бұрын
@@r.walker7986 So you're telling him not to read the word of God or am I misunderstanding you?
@Annoitedpastorlewiswalkin2 ай бұрын
few wan to love the world when the world won't love us back only YAH will do that thank Holy Spirit
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
Amen!!!!!
@wewillflourish2 ай бұрын
The parable of the seeds
@princessugwu19982 ай бұрын
I need prayers,i struggle with porn,i love Jesus but when i get sad or disappointed i do things to make me happy like commiting sin
@oncebit2 ай бұрын
Just prayed for u
@princessugwu19982 ай бұрын
@@oncebit thank you ♥️
@Cheesepuffpop086Ай бұрын
Hey girl, make sure you surrender your sin to God and repent. Don’t feel like sin is something you need to fight by yourself, Jesus already made that sacrifice for you. Ask God to fill your void of sadness, and He was surely be graceful to you. Shalom ❤️
@TopofTexasYouthfootballАй бұрын
It’s not by your own strength, Jesus tells us to run away from lust, not fight it, so when the temptation comes don’t even acknowledge just “run from it” and let the Lord battle it for you, we alone are not strong enough to battle but our God is, stay blessed my sister in Christ deny the flesh.
@TheSanctifiedBabeАй бұрын
Hey sis, just prayed for you ! Just a reminder that it’s not by your power or might that you can overcome this. It’s by the power of God. When I struggled with this , I gave it entirely up to God , i basically told Him I can’t overcome this alone. Yes it’s important to take measures by removing everything that will trigger you to go to porn , but also ask Jesus for deliverance ask Him to help you hate the sin and to stop. When we partner with Him , when we spend more time with our Holy Father we end up giving up the things that displease him You have victory in jesus name , you’re no longer a slave of the enemy because Jesus has set you free. John 8:36 you have power to say no to pornography no matter the urge. If you want to take extra measures use covenant eyes tool to help block pornographic things online
@christinerajnauth1Ай бұрын
I am so happy I found this video
@patriciaryan17162 ай бұрын
I very much agree. Ive been feeling this, and trying to discipline myself more to spend more free time in His Word getting to know Him. It immediately brings peace to my spirit and depth to my mind and life. Thanks for addressing this! Its good to know more people feel like this. Its encouraging to me😊
@youngmerz2 ай бұрын
Stay on that path! Be careful who you hang around.
@demarstewart12302 ай бұрын
I agree with you fully yes you can enjoy entertainment and all that but you need it remember who gave you all these things in the first place :)
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Agreed!
@gwillis97972 ай бұрын
I been ( trying ) to tell people this, teach people this 25 years ago. The devil has people going over a cliff with the demon of distracts. I had to literally take people by the hand, and if I can pull them out of the hole with the Holy Spirit, with out a demon interference.
@AmbarMoreta-kh2tmАй бұрын
Powerful message! AMEN!🙏🏽🙌🏽💯🥰❤
@MostHighsMelodies2 ай бұрын
So glad this got recommended to me, what you said definitely gave me food for thought and I'm sure many others. Thank you being a vessel for the most High Yah in reminding us to keep our minds on Him. God bless 🙏🏼
@bookdazed_2 ай бұрын
Before i knew jesus, i had always said i believed in him but never participated in a realationship, i was a huge fan of Bts , and didn't realize i was putting them above god untell i got saved and started reading the bible, my advice would be to drop the celebrities because majority like bts don't believe in god and they will lead you down the wrong path, instead pray for those people and start exalting God. Thank you for this video ❤.
@caydenrgarrettКүн бұрын
Beautiful message brother
@bongo9595Ай бұрын
love the way you talk about things! just started my journey with God and this was empowering. thank you
@SFayeLewis2 ай бұрын
So glad you are drawing nearer to God! I am glad to see young people of God! 😌
@jimmyyoo70762 ай бұрын
this couldn’t have come at a better time
@t.5041Ай бұрын
I had strayed from God for while… i’ve been a single mother now for 3 years and every once in a while i will get distracted by the world begin annoyed or hurt about my situation and i’ll let the world take my attention in all kinds of ways.. God gave me a dream and told me to read jeremiah 4… needless to say i’m trying to get back on track
@awakenedjotivation2 ай бұрын
You’ve got a new supporter here! Keep doing the works of the Lord brother 🙏🏼🔥
@DavidDanielTeike862 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this. This was such a breath of fresh air and helped really remind me of what needs to be my priority. I’ve been so distracted and your words have been so vital.
@nicoleoxley92342 ай бұрын
Before i watched this...i knew the video would be good and relatable Thank you for sharing We should Overcome by Jesus .. only by Jesus 1 john 4
@camillechurn93692 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video! And your obedience to the Lord. I’m currently in college and I become so fixated on my GPA and how I’m going to pay for school but if I just focus on the Lord He will open all doors and has the authority to change my circumstance all by spending time with Him☺️
@r.walker79862 ай бұрын
You are going to fail if you don't work hard at what is pout before you, God is not a genie.
@LoveniyaBivins-gu5dfАй бұрын
@@r.walker7986you didn’t need to tell her that. what you said was common sense.
@Annoitedpastorlewiswalkin2 ай бұрын
interesting u asked this question cause I am literally making a series on yt n social media rightbnow teaching people who God/YAH REALLY IS BRO. many people dont know him n this includes many self proclaiming christians so God place dit on my heat rot make a series talking out him nd its blessed my heart so much making these videos talking about him its great halleluyah. my relationship with God has increased so much n I love him so much n I wan to the world to follow him even tho ik majority won't, halleluyaha men God bless u
@MRCarter7point02 ай бұрын
🕊️🙏🏾🕊️ HalleluYAH! This discussion was right on time! Been feeling this way as of lately but haven’t heard anyone really speak about this ! as believers we definitely need to make sure that the cares of this life don’t choke out the word within us! You know in scripture animals are often used in visions to show a spiritual understanding and I think it’s rather profound how about a year or two ago there were so many animals just walking in circles all around the world, I believe that was some kind of spiritual illustration of Gods people as well we need to step out of these cycles and be tuned into what the Holy Spirt is saying in this hour
@MCjollof2 ай бұрын
HALLELUJAH AMEN❤ GOD BLESS US IN THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS CHRIST AMEN❤
@AshleyLeanoraBrooke2 ай бұрын
Whew this is for me. TY
@SubParGaming-du2fyАй бұрын
3:55-4:07 sums me up to a T!!!!! Definitely going to work on that.
I needed this because I just gave my life to Christ last week and I’m stuck in a limbo of to continue watching and listening to worldly stuff or convert everything I do to only Christian content ?
@oncebit2 ай бұрын
Dont be so harsh on yourself🤍 Start easily! Pray everyday! Talk to God about everything ! (Your worries, dreams, problems and etc!) And watch those kids animated Jesus videos if you don't really like reading ! Sin isnt gonna go in 1 click so take your time! Bless u beautiful
@rachelasare62982 ай бұрын
Awww, this is amazing! Another person in the kingdom of God🙏🏾 I would say at this time, continue/start to build up on the foundations of Christianity such as understanding what Jesus’ sacrifice means for your sins, who you are now etc Pray to God about everything including the questions you have and also speak to the leaders at your church so they can walk through this new journey with you! None of us can live this new life in Christ on our own :) If you don’t have a church - you can ask God to help you find one, practically you can visit some, and can also speak to friends, relatives who have also given their lives to Christ to help you with this also🤍🤍🤍 I hope this is helpful :)
@doyinoyelami1292 ай бұрын
Like @oncebit said, I'd go to God about it. God delivered me from secular content after watching the movie, "I'm not Ashamed'" I felt so moved seeing a teenager live faithfully for God that it provoked something in my heart to remove it all together. That was almost three years ago and since then I haven't had the desire to watch secular movies. I still have to go to God to continue to stay consecrated in that area, but it has been so much better than before I was saved.
@Only1heze2 ай бұрын
Don’t focus on not sinning focus on God and as you draw close to Him he draws close to you and you began to change , shackles and strongholds will be broken
@savannahburns6918 күн бұрын
prayer for peace as my boyfriend and I are currently on a break
@Ember-ut5fj2 ай бұрын
Amen God bless you all 💛 🙏
@itsdylannovak2 ай бұрын
Amen brother. This is beautiful, keep spreading the word my boy.
@AP-fb6ry2 ай бұрын
Jesus wants all of US IN JESUS NAME.
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Amen!
@TrumanStalls182 ай бұрын
Brother, this is it!!! So important to talk about this. God bless you!
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
God bless you!!! Thank you
@eddiefordjour34552 ай бұрын
Amen God bless
@kickroxanne2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Needed this
@jaredsanchez69802 ай бұрын
Phil x just different podcast sounds tuff
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
it's definitely going to happen!!
@AshleyMechell2 ай бұрын
This was right on time for me. God Bless.
@Moyisola2 ай бұрын
Needed to really see this message it kept popping up thank you!
@jayseth2 ай бұрын
This is so timely, been discussing this with my cuz
@lynnjames6629Ай бұрын
🙌
@RealIvy12 ай бұрын
amen thank you
@allison.garcia2 ай бұрын
I love this word. It’s so true Amen.🙏🏼
@elidornton10112 ай бұрын
Such an amazing word brother. I really needed this. Thank you & God bless
@makemeupmore2 ай бұрын
Beautiful message & truth! ❤
@RealIvy12 ай бұрын
thanks for this.
@enjoyette2 ай бұрын
very well said! thank you for your voice!
@kasey4thefather2 ай бұрын
Great message, really great message
@trulytiera2 ай бұрын
So good! 👏🏾
@taronyoung57682 ай бұрын
Thank you. For me it’s work. I need to change this.
@noseriously28402 ай бұрын
While I agree with alot of the points you make in the video I think it just boils down to one’s own relationship with Christ. Entertainment shouldn’t be idolized but it’s not bad if it’s handled properly. To grow closer with Christ you have to keep seeking him, keeping him in your mind everyday as you grow. How Abel gave the best of his flocks to the Lord I think a major part of what we do should be dedicated to the purpose of Jesus Christ and the work he’s done for us.
@NB-uh5fy2 ай бұрын
This was soo good !!
@CozyToni2 ай бұрын
Yes Amen 😊
@user-rd7nm2kb8t2 ай бұрын
I really needed this❤ Thanks❤
@darin.starksАй бұрын
So glad it could bless you!
@J9A7FАй бұрын
Thats a wonderful analysis man
@thecamelliadiaries2 ай бұрын
this is why i think there's some pros to modern music & tv being so bad these days, it's less distracting and appealing for us so we can now focus on more important Heavenly things, not earthly ones
@taronyoung57682 ай бұрын
Amen!
@hlulanisibanda39012 ай бұрын
Amen
@dvahjedurham2 ай бұрын
Amen!!
@Haynza2 ай бұрын
Speak on it!
@victorpadilla69642 ай бұрын
I was just thinking about this
@NB-uh5fy2 ай бұрын
Amenn
@itssslashhere52452 ай бұрын
I thank God for people like u preaching the WORD
@aliciahenderson70122 ай бұрын
I can understand that bro ❤
@darin.starks2 ай бұрын
Glad it could bless you!!
@SaraDesro2 ай бұрын
Wow recently had the same thought. This is really good.
@Sarah-dq1fm2 ай бұрын
Great video, enjoyed hearing your thoughts on this subject. New sub! 🙂
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Thank you so much!
@eurikaileidoscope97862 ай бұрын
God bless u brother, I pray for my indie animated series on KZfaq about serving God and angels… but yeah i dropped out of animation school because God allowed me to be in not the best mental state. I pray even though I do thirst for these things I pray the God of our generation always gives His bread of life daily. Please Father, grant us first Jesus and all our hearts’ holy desires, AMEN. 🫶🏽
@mp21602 ай бұрын
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@stevenortega82682 ай бұрын
My experience to what God is like for me. I take it as like oxygen I don’t know what it looks like but just know I need it. I take Gods love like this. He’s the creator and the Alpha and omega. The beginning middle and end. The everlasting of everlasting. Now His love is completely different from us, Him being the creator He kept in mind “my creation doesn’t necessarily know what they are doing.” I will sacrifice my only Son to give my creation another chance. His love for us was even though He’s top and ruler of all things He gave us a chance of salvation through His only Son. God saved me in a lot of ways. How I live and view things are now more meaningful because God opened my heart and I learned to count all my blessings. I sin here and there but I ask for forgiveness and I’m learning to bounce back and learn so I’m not practicing sin
@miss.britt_2 ай бұрын
Facts
@Devonlewis5372 ай бұрын
That was really good
@darin.starksАй бұрын
Thank you!
@unbelaneablebeautyy2 ай бұрын
God, THIS is the type of husband I want 🙏🏾
@jdekuu34472 ай бұрын
Honestly, now that I’ve started to put my focus on God by deleting TikTok and instagram because every morning I would get on those apps scroll for over hours and not realize it’s ruining myself. Nowadays I’m tryna find something on my phone entertaining but I usually just go back to the Bible app and continue reading lol😂
@RealIvy12 ай бұрын
this video was meant for me.
@taronyoung57682 ай бұрын
Amen. Christians who are afraid to where a cross or the name of Jesus but will feel totally comfortable wearing a jersey?