“Decrease Entertainment: The Way of True Discipleship” by Chrissy Cole

About this episode

Pastor Chrissy Cole discusses how entertainment and distraction impact our spiritual lives and emphasizes the importance of true discipleship.

Pastor Chrissy Cole continues the Way of Decrease series with a powerful message on how entertainment and distraction are shaping our spiritual lives. Teaching from Matthew 16, this sermon challenges us to move from spiritual entertainment to true discipleship through denial, obedience, and surrender. Discover how reclaiming your attention and prioritizing intimacy with Jesus leads to lasting transformation and purpose. Click here to view the episode transcript. (00:00) - Introduction to the Way of Decrease (01:20) - Why We Must Decrease Entertainment (02:48) - The Reality of Screen Culture (04:18) - Boredom Leads to Wonder and Faith (06:02) - Entertainment Is Shaping Your Spirituality (07:38) - Distraction Is Stealing Your Attention (09:20) - The Cost of Discipleship (10:30) - Gaining the World Losing Your Soul (12:17) - Deny Yourself and Limit Access (15:00) - What You Behold You Become (18:28) - Entertainment Is Selling You Lies (22:21) - Don’t Feed Your Soul Artificial Fuel (23:27) - Spiritual Entertainment vs Obedience (27:15) - Returning to Your First Love (31:29) - From Spectator to Disciple (35:40) - Dying to Self to Find Life (40:57) - Slowing Down to Hear God (41:49)…

People in this episode

Host: Chrissy Cole

Topics covered

• discipleship
• spirituality
• entertainment
• faith
• obedience

Keywords

• Way of Decrease
• spiritual entertainment
• denial
• obedience
• surrender
• intimacy with Jesus
• lasting transformation
• cost of discipleship
• screen culture
• returning to your first love

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Decrease Entertainment: The Way of True Discipleship

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