breaking phone addiction with Jesus

[@braxtenhm]

I FORGOT TO MENTION‼️‼️ social media fasts help a lot!! go 1 or 2 days (or even more) without social media and replace that time with prayer, the word, and other important things. I DARE EACH OF YOU TO TRY IT (you can thank me in next weeks comment section)

[@ElleRenard]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! Sometimes God pops up in the algorithm and this time He sent me your way. New sub and not a mistake I’m here and on this video. I needed to hear this and especially from someone 15-20yrs my junior. Praise Jesus! God bless you & yours 🙏🏻✝️

[@moontangirl]

I’ve been almost a week now with no social media! Woop woop!

[@kaylasenatua8697]

I’m doing it and it’s been a week, almost 2 but I started to get bored and God reassured me and I found joy in studying but some stuff have happened and I’ve been depressed because I feel lonely and like I’m loosing friends and I’ve been going back to my old ways and been searing my conscience and I’ve been so concerned with wanting to be in a romantic relationship and I honestly don’t know how to stop this desire ( I’m 15 btw)

[@kpoplxver]

@@moontangirlyou also didn’t use tiktok?

[@FOHguy]

Here is Christianity in the age of social media Christians - I'm going to go on the internet and find some random person that I know absolutely nothing about to tell me what to believe and how to live my life. Other Christians - Great idea! I did the same thing! Except that I chose a different person because yours doesn't tell me exactly what I want to hear. Meanwhile - God - That's not how any of this is supposed to work. 🤦‍♂️ I saw three separate online teachings of a Gospel. None of the three agreed on the meaning of most of it. So, who was right? The one that told me the most of what I wanted to hear?

[@yosanmesmer]

God knows I needed this episode 😭

[@divineblessings_]

I know right Divine Timing ❤

[@MBGideon-od7ys]

@@divineblessings_ I know right

[@trash3042]

Same

[@angelinaxarmstrong]

Ditto

[@mariscp]

People look at me like I’m crazy when I tell them I take time off my phone and social media breaks 😐, I can literally feel when I need it and the undivided attention you give to God makes you realize how easily distracted you can be throughout your day being on your phone but it takes INTENT, phone addiction, caffeine/sugar addiction, idolatry is real. Most people just don’t want to admit they are addicted or idolizing something other than God.

[@jujuoof174]

Yeah

[@alexromo3197]

I watched this video while getting ready for work, but I have a small 5 min window before I have to leave to work and I’m going pray on my knees, surrendering my addiction to Him.

[@jujuoof174]

God bless❤

[@divineblessings_]

Not you clocking Bella the first 30 seconds in😂❤

[@braxtenhm]

@@divineblessings_ HAHAHA

[@starks464]

I spent time with the Lord by walking to a small little park and walking around with absolutely no distractions in my pockets or on my person, and the whole time spent speaking with Him. I walked until everything that was on my heart was spoken. Thanking Him for all the healing and guidance He has provided me from things that have had a strangle hold on me for longer than I can remember. I know the Lord exists, my argument is very emotional and personal to me, but there is no other explanation. I felt so refreshed after my time spent with Him. Thank you Lord for speaking through Braxten to provide us this wisdom. I pray for further healing for him and his girlfriend Bella from their recent hospital visits and that you may protect them from anything that wasn’t sent by you. Amen.

[@jyuniaD]

That’s amazing

[@Hckgcog]

im going to try this to

[@realwaltcooper]

This weekend was the one of the worst weekends I’ve f my life relating to my phone addiction. Right before I watched this video I was laying I. The middle of my kitchen floor asking God for some sort of guidance for why I was feeling so drained and separated from him. This episode was him speaking to me about what was keeping me from my relationship with him. Thank you Braxton for such an amazing podcast. God bless.

[@braxtenhm]

praise God!!! i’m glad you found your reason! put down the screen and run back to His presence!

[@Gunner_2104]

me too I was feeling far off and then i saw this on KZbin i had to click

[@evagwennie]

I spent time with the Lord by reading the Bible, which i've been neglecting for weeks. i was finally able to finish the book of John!

[@cassandrakiessling1053]

So nice ! 😊 so did I just a week ago! God bless you

[@tyler0seven]

genuinely my favourite youtuber, helped me grow so much not just as a christian but as a person

[@braxtenhm]

@@tyler0seven this is so cool bro, praise God❤️

[@Heavenlymelodies00]

❤same

[@brnd.j]

I will be fasting for a week from IG and will start to go back to the habit of starting the day and ending it with God. KZbin is only for podcasts. Nothing else. Maximum screen time 10pm, beyond 10pm no phone. I’ll be doing this all for a week and at the mean time, praying to God what’s the next move should be to conquer this problem once and for all. And I requests for prayers from my fellow Adelphos

[@talangaff]

How did it go bro?

[@brnd.j]

@@talangaff hello my brother in Christ! Thank you so much for checking up on me. I forgot to update (I didn’t think about updating tbh, but thank you for asking, you reminded me to be accountable) Personal Experience: It went well, I successfully completed the fasting for that week. My experience was that I was able to focus more on things that are more meaningful. When I can’t think about anything to do, my involuntary mind would immediately target IG or KZbin. I exchanged those moments to just be still. By being still, I was able to voluntarily forced myself to dwell in God’s words, which then leads me to a clear mind of what I should do next. The fasting affected my sleeping schedule as well. Since I have no other option but to sleep after 10pm (I don’t force myself to have any other option, I had a good and adequate sleep for those weeks. Conclusion: Social media can be part of addiction. I realize that the type of addiction is quite similar to pornography (I am already free from it praise be to Jesus Christ and His sacrifice!) but it is more tolerable compared if you’re persistent about not letting it overrule your life. Now: Now, I made a mistake… I allowed my desires to let me fall back to social media, I must eventually reach to the point where I am able to control the passions and desires without the need of fasting. #Self-control Jesus bless you brother, hope you’ll find this useful.

[@brnd.j]

Btw, thank you all for those who have prayed for me, I just realized it got 12 likes… I still need help, this battle is not yet over for me, but I can see light from afar. If you guys have any prayer requests please let me know, I would be more than willing to help support my brothers and sisters in Christ.

[@LuthandoDlomo]

It’s almost like scrolling is a spirit, you got to cast it out in the name of Jesus and ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen you against it!

[@angelinaxarmstrong]

I never thought of it that way, but WOW. So true. 🙌

[@tashajoykin5192]

I'm playing Minecraft while talking and listening with God. Mining in Minecraft helps me focus on Him, it keeps my hands and my anxiety busy as I meditate on His word from the morning. I love you, Jesus.

[@gurlfriendslol7335]

I LITERALLY ASKED GOD FOR THIS TODAY ❤️ HE IS SO GOOD

[@saniahbiggers2797]

After the video ended I had walked outside and talked to god and I had seen the beautiful clouds and the beautiful sunset cause god is good and I had talk to god about the phone addiction and about how my day went and to help us in life and to remove any angry,anxiety,depression, and temptation in our heart by filling our heart with love,happiness, and Joy in life and I thank god for everything in life and for waking us up and I thank him for breath in our lungs a shelter and a roof over our head and thank you for waking us up everyday in life 🫶🏽 I had also prayed about you and Isabelle that god protect you and to heal your heart soul mind and spirit and life and to keep on trust god cause god timing is the best timing ever

[@thyden2k]

I was listening to this video while walking around Costco. After the video ended, I was sitting in the food court and spent time with Jesus thanking Him for everything and asking for strength to do what He wills.

[@kristinawhitlow4761]

Homework: After video I went and deeply prayed with God. Especially about forgiving for my phone addiction and a few other idols in my life. And other deep talk too to Him (regarding to me). I am so glad God provided this video to a lot of us who could use it.

[@Rxn_Hxng]

I spent time with the Lord by reading the word and praying to Him. By the way, this video was really helpful. I’ve been having trouble with phone addiction for a while. Hopefully through prayer and perseverance, I can learn to stop making an idol of my phone.

[@miriamadam5394]

Our pastor has just spoken about self discipline and the young people in our church have taken the initiative 2 days ago to hold a 2 weeks social media fast with as little screen time as possible and to fill that time with doing something productive and/or spending time with God. At the end of each night we’ve proposed to pray together and finish reading Romans by the 14th day, all together. So far we’ve all only just realised how much time we actually spend on our phones even when trying not to. 1 day down , 13 to go 😬

[@braxtenhm]

proud of you guys dude. praying for each of you on the fast

[@saniahbiggers2797]

After the video ended I had walked outside and talked to god and I had seen the beautiful clouds and the beautiful sunset cause god is good and I had talk to god about the phone addiction and about how my day went and to help us in life and to remove any angry,anxiety,depression, and temptation in our heart by filling our heart with love,happiness, and Joy in life and I thank god for everything in life and for waking us up and I thank him for breath in our lungs a shelter and a roof over our head and thank you for waking us up everyday in life 🫶🏽 I had also prayed about you and Isabelle that god protect you and to heal your heart soul mind and spirit and life and to keep on trust god cause god timing is the best timing ever and thank you for this video 💕💕cause I needed this

[@meerkat7400]

I read 3 and a half chapters of Ephesians as HW after the vid :) I got reminded of the calling we all have in Jesus Christ. Indeed, we, I, have to be made new in the Lord. Amen

[@BelieverinChrist4ever]

Thank you for this. This video was very much needed. Funny that I was recently talking to God in my head telling Him that I have a phone addiction and I asked Him to help me to stop. Your video popped up in my feed. I will be spending some time with Him now that I’ve finished this video. God bless you. Glory be to God.

[@hdskl2150]

I really need this. God has been talking to me for a long time about putting down this idol 📱 and because I’m home everyday it seems it has its grips on me. Thank you for speaking up about it!

[@mich1120]

"I heard the Lord speak to me, probably for the first time in a couple weeks..." I'm not sure you meant much when you said it, but that really comforted me. I really felt alone in those prolonged silences. My walk has been so dependent on getting an immediate word or response, but now I'm learning to grow even in the whispers and silence. This was so good and incredibly timely, thank you for dedication and passion of sharing God's truth! Praying for your and Bella's complete healing! God bless~

[@amaryllis9-d5z]

i understand you,here in my way is also silence

[@Biggjomani]

I really needed this I was praying about it and got me worried about my relationship with God

[@JustJayyy14]

I spent time with God by praying to Him the same way I talk to people. I realized that my prayers don’t have to have big and extravagant words. Just talking to Him normally is good.

[@teddy1431]

Thank you brother. I feel stagnant recently. Just prayed for a fresh faith and a new mind. ❤

[@maciewazie]

the conviction is INSANE.

[@yupthatsme89]

I spent time with God by taking a walk while listening to Psalm 139 on repeat, followed by a short prayer.

[@FarmSteadChickFlick]

God is so good! I prayed right after watching this video, telling God to help me to get up and get something done today, and telling Him that I felt lost and felt as though there was nothing to do, and in that second my dad called me asking for help with stuff. Thank you, God!

[@natemurray362]

The thought of phone addiction has been coming up a lot in my day to day life and especially in prayer after watching this I worshipped God for 25 minutes straight

[@bellathomas7190]

Please keep posting, you have been absolutely revolutionary. I don't know if its because we are similar in age and I feel like I can understand you better, or just your gift God gave you of teaching that has really found its way into my heart. God has used you over and over again in my life to bring me back to him. Every time you pop up on my feed and Im not doing anything, I'll listen to you or start my day studying and learning with you. This has been an incredible addition to my life. Thank you, God bless.

[@evagwennie]

the timing of this video couldn't have been more perfect...

[@emmallovesJesus]

after i watched this video, i read my bible and i am praising God! this gave me motivation to pick up again with God, and go back into my healthy lifestyle.

[@ezhiljothikandasamy2695]

What ! ! ! Yesterday I thought I really want to come out of the phone addiction because I couldn't focus on what God wants me to do. Today I found your video as the first video in my feed!! Truly, God is great!!

[@Smartdoggy]

Thank you, I needed this. I read the whole book of Ecclesiastes after watching your video.

[@jujuoof174]

God bless you for your help! I let go of my phone for a few hours and focused solely and my chores and my prayer and stuff:) thanks! I will share!

[@ellenurbylime]

I prayed for a little bit, was blessed with an answer, wrote down some scriptures that I needed to read later, and was blessed later with the next steps in my journey. I’m so grateful for your podcast, the truth that you speak and the manner in which you deliver it. You’ve helped me to grow in my relationship with God SO quickly and I’m so grateful for that.

[@kevinthomas4239]

As someone who comes from a generation that didn't have cell phones and then saw the Iphone come about (senior year 07) it crazy how far its advanced. I deleted my socials a few years ago and don't miss them at all. Thankful for your podcast Braxton, I'm fasting weekly from YT with the exception of Sunday to check the newest episode. Edit: Went to the tree in my backyard where I do most of my reading. Working through the book of Mark as of now.

[@braxtenhm]

this is so sick brotha and thank you for coming here on sundays to listen. God bless you brotha

[@RichardDarbig-qo8ok]

I spent time with the Lord by Praying, thanks Braxton for all you do I Love the Content. I Thank and Praise The Lord Jesus Christ for Performing Miracles on you. Thank you Braxton and Isabella. Thank You Lord Jesus ❤

[@guilhermemoura8791]

I start my day going to church everyday and it’s helping a lot on my relation with God

[@c3linelee]

oh!! HE is speaking. OK, I am sat listening. thanks God!

[@BigL-cx7zc]

THANK YOU IVE BEEN IN A CYCLE OF DISTRACTION BUT IM NOT LETTING THIS BE ANYMORE ✝️✝️✝️✝️🔥🔥🔥

[@gwhaley6462]

It’s crazy that I saw a clip of you talking about your MRI scan like a week ago and know a week later I’m looking for a Bible study videos and I end up on this video. GOD IS GOOD🙏🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@francescagauci7841]

I went straight to praying about phone addiction and the personal reflections I got from your video. What a miracle story! Thanks for sharing ❤Praying for your health and Isabella's health.

[@bemnotben]

i spent a little over an hour in worship and reading and analyzing the Romans 3. thanks dude‼️🙌🏾

[@prestonrogers9401]

Just spent some time in prayer! This episode was a true blessing. Hate it spent a while in my watch later but God knew I needed it today.

[@wilsousa9497]

Dudeeeeee I was struggling & praying about this this weekend. I’m for sure taking this as a confirmation!

[@safehyeezy]

what I did with God was listen to the family Bible plan verses that I am involved in with my family. I have been slacking on staying up to date on them over these last few months but this video/podcast helped me realize that I need to get back on it.

[@Oopsitzlucie]

TYSMM! I REALLY FELT LIKE GOD SPOKE THROUGH YOU TO ME! I DID A LONG PRAYER BEFORE I WENT TO BED AFTER THIS VID!

[@delisafilipe2899]

After this video I opened my Bible and on itself it went to the passage to not to worry. These days I have been worrying and stressing a lot so I’m thankful that the Lord is reminding me to slow down and to know that He will help me❤️

[@kaylamarie1134]

I spent time with the Lord after this video listening and singing to worship music followed by spending time in prayer with Him. Thank you for this word, and God truly is a miracle worker!

[@bells-f8r]

i played my worship playlist and praised him!

[@auriesq]

After this video, I put on worship music and just started honoring and thanking God for everything!!!

[@c3linelee]

the answer is always Jesus!

[@weirdlight]

I spent time with God by talking with him while I was preparing my brother for school, really enjoyed your video, God bless you brother 🫶

[@rainbowqt6617]

I talked to God through prayer 🙏🏼

[@Vids._123-i6]

Thank you so much for this video, God knows I needed to watch this. I read my bible for a bit and cleaned to worship music and the peace I feel now is insane! Really appreciate you taking your time making these videos, you have 1 more subscriber as of now ! Praying for you and your girlfriend to get better. God bless! ❤

[@allidowney4131]

i really needed this video 😭 especially with the new school year coming up. thank you braxten! 🩷

[@pennyphiri]

I spent my time with the Lord by sitting at the piano and playing some worship for a few minutes. Thanks for this episode!

[@lisielovelove]

This is exactly what I needed thank you!❤

[@Laury5664]

I definitely needed to hear this. It's something I've really been struggling w as a distraction from problems instead of running to God for real help

[@natashanatalia7]

This thought came to me while I was watching the video Reach for your Bible as often as you reach for your phone, and soon you'll find yourself craving the word of God more than doom scrolling.

[@secondstarASMR]

I read my Bible and spent time in prayer before watching this video, but immediately after, used my shower as time to play worship music and meditate on God's character

[@soniam2397]

I thank God for saving me a year ago from today. I spent time with God writing almost everything that happened in this past year. Now I see how God blessed me and how everything that happened before that day makes so much sense now and I see how he worked through me and people around me. I prayed that He gives me strenght to countinue seeking Him because sometimes it's hard.

[@Hckgcog]

I'm going on a walk and talking with God and getting everything off my heart and my stress to him.btw thank your your vids are helping me become a better person.

[@sandyjavier4765]

I spent time with God in prayer, reading the Bible, and reflecting- in an area I recently made into our space to spend time together. A verse that stood out to me : Proverbs 4:25-27 "Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you. Make level paths for your feet, and take only ways that are firm. Do not swerve to the right or to the left, keep your foot from evil." Thank you lots! 🙏❤

[@cjh7k]

I just sat and talked to God and encouraged a few situations that have been cycling through my mind

[@emilyvestal3105]

I spent a week off social media since this video, after the video I played my guitar and worshipped Jesus, in this week I realized I make my phone an idol and I do need to set limits and manage my tile better to put God at the center of my life.

[@anaismarroquin]

STOPPP before I even watched this video I was praying and asking the Lord to show me more about idolatry and how to handle that as a believer and I was genuinely going to write in a request for a video on that specific topic! 😲 great video as always and love how the Lord is using you so greatly in our lives! All glory to God 🤍

[@geokrati]

i read my bible and prayed 🙏🏽

[@giusemper_]

The video i needed, thanks

[@Isabella-dc8yi]

every time I am struggling with something on my walk with God, one of your videos pops up so relevantly 😂💗

[@EvelynGallegos-dd2sn]

I’m so greatful for this episode it spoke to me so clearly especially in the beginning when you mentioned Gilmore girls, movies, and Instagram ext you basically described my exact situation thank you, Jesus

[@RavensFan08]

Watched almost all of your videos yesterday and im so proud of how youve grown spiritually in episode 5 you sounded like my friend hermann who acts like he knows everything but lately you seem almost humbled especially ever since the episode about being content with what you have and i dont know how much you hear it but im proud of how you have grown

[@braxtenhm]

this means so much bro and the Lord has definitely humbled me since, i was in a lot of arrogance early into this hahahaha

[@tsugiLIVE]

after watching this i read a chapter in luke🙏

[@Monii.s.n]

I’ve been avoiding this guy’s videos cause I know there will be conviction but I had an alarming dream yesterday night and now I know why God placed that dream. The conviction is real

[@0801364]

The timing of this is craaaazy haha thanks Braxton 🙏

[@elijah.miyazono9916]

So i watched this video about 2 hours ago after the video i went for a walk and had to buy some shorts and i have been cramed in my house for a few days and i really saw the beauty of outside thank you braxten

[@visualsbyshanz]

After I watched this video last night, I went and listened to worship music for about 30 minutes. And I experienced it differently.

[@risha924]

Praise God for your testimony!

[@vanna1202]

I studied my Bible, wrote down my prayer requests, and prayed.

[@ambermarshall8771]

After this video, I prayed on my bathroom floor to God and asked Him to give me a clear sign of direction of what He wanted me to do. I know I have some broken pieces in myself that need to be healed and I asked God to help me. Then there was a guy that I met who seemed to be a distraction for a month and I was not focused on God as I should have been. I feel the devil sent him to keep me away from God. Since we didn’t build a solid foundation and didn’t speak about God in the 1st few weeks of talking it slowly became a flesh vs faith battle. Since I have been committing to strongly walking in my faith with God this distraction has become more like background noise which is easier to ignore. I thank God for working in me slowly and being patient. He truly is an amazing God that doesn’t get enough credit!🙏🏾❤️❤️

[@citlalirizo3534]

I finally finished the book of Matthew after watching your video

[@jujuoof174]

God bless you and your girlfriend for your testimony and advice:) you help lots!

[@Treefrrog221]

I read some of the bible and prayed to God about my worries and anxiety and some goals i want to accomplish.

[@tiz116]

Needed. Bless you brother.

[@queenb4501]

The timing on this is crazy

[@shimnomblessingibrahim9064]

Thanks a lot just finished a chapter 3 of ephesians, about to take a walk.😊

[@Kennsw0rld]

I took a small walk around my neighborhood and just talked to God!!

[@leahcumberbatch6392]

Putting a screen timer on your apps helped me too as well as setting a reminder to pray and read the bible. Also clash of clans is so fun😭.

[@stinkyani]

broooo the timing is crazy

[@rosmairyrodriguez1550]

I am so addicted to a game, I just delete it while I am watching this video, and yesterday I started a social media fast

[@joycejarrard6958]

I am 70 years old, and I am struggling with phone addiction. I am going to put my phone down and read 10 chapters of the bible. I am doing the Grant Horner reading plan. I have never done such an intensive bible reading olan before.

[@Moniethemom]

Just found your channel and loving it so far. Needed some more fire, thank you for the content ❤

[@abigailroberts7096]

For my homework I set screen time for TikTok bc I am always on it. I also did my daily bible verse and I prayed for like 10 minutes!

[@bardz_04]

You know, when I scroll through KZbin Shorts or reels, I sometimes feel really anxious and worry about what my future will hold-like, will I be where I want to be in life? Will everything work itself out? Whenever that happens, the very next short or reel I see is of someone talking about God, saying things like, "Everything will be alright. God has a plan. Trust God's timing. He already knows what you want and will deliver. Just have faith." I know it's God telling me, "My child, don't feel anxious. I am here." It's crazy because I have a phone addiction myself, and despite not reading the Bible consistently and getting distracted all the time, God is not giving up on me. It fills my heart with joy. Also, great episode, brother. I will pray for you and your girlfriend. May God bless you both.

[@nallelymartinez2301]

Seriously perfect timing

[@abigailroberts7096]

Praying for you guys!

[@Yahluvesyou]

WOW THANK YOU FOR THIS! I’ve need a video like this for awhile!!❤❤

[@yosanmesmer]

I wrote in my prayer journal for homework!