How to Keep Your Focus on Jesus

[@arin.officialwords]

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.

[@robertnolasco7747]

Do you feel that God wants us to completely cut entertainment out of our lives or can we have it in moderation?

[@arin.officialwords]

@@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 KZbin 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.

[@epiccarnage9872]

@@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.

[@NovalieSweet]

​@@robertnolasco7747It's different for everyone, if you are curious ask God. Ask the holy spirit.

[@NovalieSweet]

​@@robertnolasco7747Ask God.

[@CarrieRemedy]

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.

[@darinstarks]

Preach.

[@Rude_Boi]

Amen

[@oaklandsoldier8520]

I feel this. 💯

[@nick2658]

What are your thoughts about what day the Sabbath is?

[@DSS493]

instant gratification. we want things right now and fast, not being patient in waiting for what the Lord has in store for us

[@nick2658]

What are your thoughts about what day the Sabbath is?

[@kalcium2802]

real

[@kierarose9617]

This is so true we gotta focus on the right things which is God and our relationship with him.

[@darinstarks]

Amen!!!!!! Priority number one!!

[@nick2658]

What are your thoughts about what day the Sabbath is?

[@ekgoat1692]

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.✝

[@darinstarks]

Amen! That part. It is a privilege!!

[@kasey4thefather]

It totally flew over my head on how we can idolise entertainment, the Devil is a crafty little monkey isn’t he

[@SiobhanTV]

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.

[@weareHischildren]

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!

[@Jontefrmdatone]

@@weareHischildrenI think you misunderstood she said she watched 2 minutes of the video and shes going to read his word I think

[@cassiechiedu]

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

[@sarhaisramirez5858]

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.

[@Alltingzkaren]

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.

[@babyj5617]

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?

[@babyj5617]

@@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.

[@danatheflyest]

so real. only after being in His presences do i feel better

[@user-iy1wh1cj7x]

Real. I always feel uneasy without him

[@darinstarks]

Facts!

[@emmanueloppong9778]

I felt so much conviction watching this video. God bless you.

[@darinstarks]

I felt the same conviction making it 😭😭 God is refining us!!!

[@neillamm]

you mean guilt?

[@emmanueloppong9778]

@@neillamm 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🙏🏿

[@MissTera]

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 !!

[@rodlynehope]

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_001]

True right, I am trying to leave my old past self's habits one by one , with God's grace .

[@Onlyambriellll]

Wow & spending time with Jesus is free!!!

[@darinstarks]

Facts

[@loganwilliams173]

Blessed Be The Name Of The Lord Almighty 🙏🏾❤️

[@HandsthatglorfiyJesus]

That’s why it’s Soo Great for us to live a life of repentance a heart that’s is pure

[@HandsthatglorfiyJesus]

Living a lifestyle like that I feel like it’s a sweet aroma to God

[@myguitarisbetterthanyou]

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

[@annathompson3034]

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__precious]

Let's begin this journey again ❤

[@jesuslvsyou]

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.

[@YanaD]

The Bible plan “redeeming your time” on the Bible app reminds me of this

[@FatherDaughterDuoReactions]

Drake and Kendrick beef had me down bad lol needed this to refocus thank you for the clear meaningful content bro 💪🏿

[@darinstarks]

That beef almost got me too brother 😭 But had to recenter! Appreciate the love man

[@OlasupoSege]

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 :).

[@weareHischildren]

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?

[@christina4316]

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!

[@darinstarks]

Amen! God is with you through this journey. Be encouraged! I'm glad this could bless you!

[@Wewillflourish]

The parable of the seeds

[@twilightdust8389]

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 ❤️

[@joyokafor5887]

You are speaking to me. I am just like Martha right now... God help me please

[@demarstewart1230]

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 :)

[@darinstarks]

Agreed!

[@Annoitedpastorlewiswalkin]

few wan to love the world when the world won't love us back only YAH will do that thank Holy Spirit

[@darinstarks]

Amen!!!!!

[@bookdazed_]

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 ❤.

[@christinerajnauth1]

I am so happy I found this video

[@youngmerz]

Stay on that path! Be careful who you hang around.

[@Amazingobjectss]

✝Amen , thank you for this great video, god loves you all ♥✝

[@luisvillalta715]

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.walker7986]

use those breaks to study and make friends...

[@Rude_Boi]

​@@r.walker7986 So you're telling him not to read the word of God or am I misunderstanding you?

[@gwillis9797]

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.

[@sxt4447]

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

[@j.d.t.5761]

GOD Bless you, brother!

[@patriciaryan1716]

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😊

[@AmbarMoreta-kh2tm]

Powerful message! AMEN!🙏🏽🙌🏽💯🥰❤

[@SFayeLewis]

So glad you are drawing nearer to God! I am glad to see young people of God! 😌

[@jimmyyoo7076]

this couldn’t have come at a better time

[@AP-fb6ry]

Jesus wants all of US IN JESUS NAME.

[@darinstarks]

Amen!

[@lynnjames6629]

🙌

[@MCjollof]

HALLELUJAH AMEN❤ GOD BLESS US IN THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS CHRIST AMEN❤

[@MostHighsMelodies]

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 🙏🏼

[@Amak197010]

Truth, spiritual nourishment strengthens entire body.

[@t.5041]

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

[@caydenrgarrett]

Beautiful message brother

[@nicoleoxley9234]

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

[@camillechurn9369]

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.walker7986]

You are going to fail if you don't work hard at what is pout before you, God is not a genie.

[@LoveniyaBivins-gu5df]

@@r.walker7986you didn’t need to tell her that. what you said was common sense.

[@shamekajackson3009]

Thank you for this reminder bro this was insightful ❤❤❤

[@J9A7F]

Thats a wonderful analysis man

[@Ember-ut5fj]

Amen God bless you all 💛 🙏

[@AshleyLeanoraBrooke]

Whew this is for me. TY

[@JesussDavid]

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.

[@bongo9595]

love the way you talk about things! just started my journey with God and this was empowering. thank you

[@itsdylannovak]

Amen brother. This is beautiful, keep spreading the word my boy.

[@MRCarter7point0]

🕊️🙏🏾🕊️ 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

[@SubParGaming-du2fy]

3:55-4:07 sums me up to a T!!!!! Definitely going to work on that.

[@janea8093]

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 ?

[@GloriaGloryYah]

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

[@rachelasare6298]

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 :)

[@doyinoyelami129]

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.

[@Only1heze]

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

[@Annoitedpastorlewiswalkin]

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

[@TrumanStalls18]

Brother, this is it!!! So important to talk about this. God bless you!

[@darinstarks]

God bless you!!! Thank you

[@itssslashhere5245]

I thank God for people like u preaching the WORD

[@awakenedjotivation]

You’ve got a new supporter here! Keep doing the works of the Lord brother 🙏🏼🔥

[@eddiefordjour3455]

Amen God bless

[@jaredsanchez6980]

Phil x just different podcast sounds tuff

[@darinstarks]

it's definitely going to happen!!

[@makemeupmore]

Beautiful message & truth! ❤

[@kasey4thefather]

Great message, really great message

[@enjoyette]

very well said! thank you for your voice!

[@noseriously2840]

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.

[@SaraDesro]

Wow recently had the same thought. This is really good.

[@savannahburns691]

prayer for peace as my boyfriend and I are currently on a break

[@Sap-46]

I really needed this❤ Thanks❤

[@darinstarks]

So glad it could bless you!

[@allison.garcia]

I love this word. It’s so true Amen.🙏🏼

[@hlulanisibanda3901]

Amen

[@RealIvy1]

thanks for this.

[@kickroxanne]

Thank you! Needed this

[@thecamelliadiaries]

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

[@taron.y]

Thank you. For me it’s work. I need to change this.

[@AshleyMechell]

This was right on time for me. God Bless.

[@victorpadilla6964]

I was just thinking about this

[@jayseth]

This is so timely, been discussing this with my cuz

[@elidornton1011]

Such an amazing word brother. I really needed this. Thank you & God bless

[@Moyisola]

Needed to really see this message it kept popping up thank you!

[@stevenortega8268]

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

[@RealIvy1]

amen thank you

[@unbelaneablebeautyy]

God, THIS is the type of husband I want 🙏🏾

[@miss.britt_]

Facts

[@aliciahenderson7012]

I can understand that bro ❤

[@darinstarks]

Glad it could bless you!!

[@dvahjedurham]

Amen!!

[@NB-uh5fy]

Amenn

[@honeyandlavender_]

Temptation isn’t only from lust, but also entertainment. The devil wanting you to stay hours away from God.

[@darinstarks]

Facts

[@eurikaileidoscope9786]

God bless u brother, I pray for my indie animated series on KZbin 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. 🫶🏽

[@Haynza]

Speak on it!

[@Sarah-dq1fm]

Great video, enjoyed hearing your thoughts on this subject. New sub! 🙂

[@darinstarks]

Thank you so much!

[@RealIvy1]

this video was meant for me.

[@creativegemarts]

i had to cancel my hulu & stop watching netflix !! its trash

[@darinstarks]

sameeeee 😭😭😭😭

[@trulytiera]

So good! 👏🏾

[@Devonlewis537]

That was really good

[@darinstarks]

Thank you!

[@jdekuu3447]

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😂