About This Series:

Our modern existence is characterized by perpetual influence—technological devices, social platforms, digital interruptions, and cultural pressures surround us continuously. Over the next four weeks, we'll discover pathways to live as deeply rooted, fully present disciples of Jesus amid this hyperconnected landscape. Every gathering offers scripture-based wisdom and tangible strategies to escape digital saturation and restore Christ to the center of our lives.

Weekly Sermon Topics

Week 1: Consumed – Choosing Presence Over Distraction Week 2: Digital Rule of Life Week 3: Distracted or Devoted Week 4: In Person – Rediscovering the Power of Presence

Main Text: Luke 10:38–42 (Mary and Martha)
Theme: Being present with God in a distracted world
Big Idea: We can either be consumed by technology—or choose to be fully present with Jesus.
Focus: Spiritual presence—creating margin in our lives to connect deeply with God.
Challenge: Set boundaries that help you prioritize quiet, worship, and stillness in God’s presence.

Main Text: Daniel 6:1–10
Theme: Establishing digital rhythms for spiritual health
Big Idea: If we want to thrive spiritually in a tech-saturated culture, we need countercultural rhythms of prayer and presence.
Focus: Spiritual disciplines—developing intentional habits to stay rooted in God.
Challenge: Build a digital rule of life—schedule unplugged time, reclaim spiritual practices, and keep Christ at the center.

Main Text: Nehemiah 6:1–4
Theme: Time, purpose, and digital distractions
Big Idea: We need to guard our time and pursue God’s will over worldly distractions.
Focus: Mission focus—resisting digital noise in order to finish the work God has given you.
Challenge: Identify the “digital Sanballats” in your life that are pulling you away from your calling—and choose to stay on the wall.

Main Text: John 20:19–29 (Jesus and Thomas)
Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 7:5–7; 1 John 4:11–12
Theme: Embodied relationships in a virtual world
Big Idea: God meets us through people—in person.
Focus: Relational presence—showing up for others with vulnerability, love, and grace.
Challenge: Don’t just connect—show up. Some grace, healing, and love can only be experienced face to face.

This 30-day digital detox journey is designed to help you break unhealthy tech habits, reduce digital noise, and create space for spiritual growth and meaningful relationships.

Upcoming Events

We've curated two special events to help us all learn more during this series.

Helpful Resources

Welcome to our "Under the Influence" resource hub! We've gathered these books, discussion guides, and more to help you and your family explore this topic further, inspire meaningful conversations, and strengthen your family connections. Browse our recommendations and let these tools enhance your journey as we navigate this critical series as a community.

Parent and Child Cell Phone Covenant

In this cell phone agreement, there are expectations for both parents and kids. So, go through it together and talk about it along the way.
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Helpful Books

Anxious Generation – Jonathan Haidt
How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

Reconnected – Carlos Whitiker
How 7 Screen-Free Weeks with Monks and Amish Farmers Helped Me Recover the Lost Art of Being Human