The Trap of Distraction - Dr. Brian Keesler

Sermon Recap

Distractions. They’re inconvenient, unavoidable, and more dangerous than you think. In the revisitation of the sermon series, Traps, Dr. Brian Keesler takes another much needed look at the downfalls of distractions. Distractions come in various forms, but all of them hinder our growth and keep us from reaching our full potential. To illustrate this point further, Dr. Keesler uses the Gap Theory which looks at where you are at now, where you want to go, and what might hinder you in the middle. Many times the blockades to our success are only excuses and distractions. Although unavoidable, there are ways to limit the effect of distractions. One of the primary ways to reach your destination is to really place value on the goal you are trying to achieve. Seventy-eight percent of people will make a purchase if they believe the item will add value to their life. What do you value the most? Is it comfort and entertainment or is it your relationship with Jesus Christ? Another way to avoid distractions is to ignore false senses of emergency. What seems important and urgent, typically is not as pressing as we think. Living a distracted life may not seem like a big deal, but when you dig deeper you find much is at stake. Families are at stake. Nations are at stake. And most importantly, the kingdom of God is at stake.

Scripture Reference

  • Psalms 119:110 (NKJV)