• Romans 12:2
    And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
     
  • Luke 21:34-36
    "But take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly. For it will come as a snare on all those who dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man."
     
  • Matthew 6:24
    “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.
     
  • Hebrews 2:3
    how shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation, which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed to us by those who heard Him,
     
  • Hebrews 12:1
    Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,
     
  • Daniel 12:4
    'But you, Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book until the time of the end; many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall increase.'
     
  • Matthew 13:22
    Now he who received seed among the thorns is he who hears the word, and the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and he becomes unfruitful.
     
For more scripture references, please see Bible verses for Distractions of Life


Resources

Age of Distraction

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

We live in an age aptly described as The Age of Distraction, where the tenor of our times is marked by constant diversions that challenge our focus on God's truth. A distraction is an event that draws, breaks, or diverts one's attention from one focus to another, whether it be a fleeting moment like a flash of lightning or a …


Simplify Your Life!

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

The distractions of life often pull us away from our highest priorities. Jesus warns that the cares of this life and the pursuit of riches, though not inherently evil, can be overdone and lead to great spiritual loss. Involvement in even good or necessary activities, such as charitable works or business, can crowd out the most …


Life in Sodom

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

In the days before the Flood, as Jesus Christ describes in Matthew 24, the people were consumed by the distractions of life, engaging in mundane activities like eating and drinking, as well as significant events like marrying and giving in marriage. They lived as if their corrupt society was normal, oblivious to the spiritual …


Simplifying Life (Part One)

Sermon by David F. Maas

As we navigate through this world, representing another Kingdom, we must be vigilant against the distractions of life that hinder our spiritual progress. Physical clutter and possessions can become idols when they consume our affections and thoughts, replacing our devotion to Almighty God. Obsessively clinging to unnecessary …


Always on Call

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

So much of our modern life revolves around telecommunication, with phones in our homes, cars, and hands, deemed indispensable by many. Americans are busy, full of activities and plans, demanding instant everything, from communication to processed foods, because waiting disrupts our frenzied pace. God Himself prophesies of this …


Priorities

Sermonette by Ryan McClure

We must screen out the allure of Babylon and make sure that God is always number one on our list of priorities.


Weeds!

Article by Mike Ford

The distractions of life are like aggressive weeds that choke and entangle, hindering spiritual fruit from maturing. Just as kudzu, a relentless vine, overtakes landscapes by covering everything in its path, the cares of this world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the pleasures of life can overwhelm a believer's heart. These …


The Shallowness of Pop Culture

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Entertainment and entertainers are not inherently wrong, as we all appreciate a brief escape from life's demands to engage in distracting activities. However, the issue arises when these distractions climb higher on our list of priorities. We can assess their importance by honestly considering the time we dedicate to them. …



For more resources, please see the library topic for Distractions of Life