Theology for the People

Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Discipleship in the Digital Age - with Brett McCracken


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What does it mean to follow Jesus in an age of constant distraction and digital overload?

In this episode of Theology for the People, Nick Cady is joined by Brett McCracken — senior editor at The Gospel Coalition and editor of the new book Scrolling Ourselves to Death. Drawing inspiration from Neil Postman’s classic Amusing Ourselves to Death, this conversation explores how modern technology is shaping our souls, eroding our attention, and forming a plausibility structure that makes it harder to believe in transcendent truth.

They discuss:

  • How social media is forming us spiritually

  • The dangers of disembodied discipleship

  • Why embodied church gatherings still matter

  • How the internet fosters epistemological chaos

  • Practical ways churches and families can reclaim real life in the digital age

Whether you’re a pastor, parent, or just a thoughtful Christian navigating life with a smartphone, this episode will challenge and encourage you to think more deeply about how you engage with technology.

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