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Studies are clear: screens dominate our waking hours. It's not uncommon to spend 7-10 hours in front of one, every single day. We don't like it, but feel powerless to change it. That's where Darren Whitehead comes in. A pastor, and author of “The Digital Fast,” Darren leads others to experience the power and life change he discovered through intentional disconnection. In a hyperconnected world, a digital detox is an incredibly aggressive move. It's time to put your phone down and start living.

Does your phone feel like it's taking over your life? In this episode, Christy continues her conversation with Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, about the power of a digital fast and how it can help you break free from screens and reclaim your time, focus, and relationships. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! Get Your Hopes Up with Christy Wright is sponsored by BetterHelp. Resources: - Darren Whitehead's The Digital Fast at https://www.thedigitalfast.com/ - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt at https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Generation-Rewiring-Childhood-Epidemic/dp/0593655036 - Christy's Start Your Day Planner at https://www.christywright.com/podcast

In this episode, Noah is joined by elders Andy Irwin and Drew Morrison for a special preview of Lent 2025 at Harvest. Listen in to learn more about our upcoming Lent resources and services, and hear from Andy and Drew as they give a helpful runway for the Digital Fast. We encourage you to integrate the Digital Fast into your Lent traditions this year and in the years to come!Please see below for important info about Lent 2025 at Harvest:Click here to access the Lent 2025 Resources page on the church websiteClick here to purchase a copy of The Digital Fast by Darren WhiteheadClick here to watch a message from Darren Whitehead about the vision behind The Digital FastClick here to sign up for our virtual Digital Fast group, led by Andy and DrewUpcoming services:Lent services: Selected Sunday nights from 6-7 PM on March 23rd, March 30th, April 6th, and April 13thMaundy Thursday: Meaningful Come and Go Reflective Service on Thursday, April 17th, from 6-8 PMGood Friday: Friday, April 18th, at 12 PM & 6 PM (same content at both services)Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 20th – Sunrise Service at 5:45 AM (Location: George's Chapel, 8737 East Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38125) and Worship Services at 9 AM & 11 AM (Location: Harvest Church)

Have you ever wondered why people fast and if it even matters? The Bible talks about fasting, but is it even still relevant to us today? In this episode, Christy is joined by Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, to teach you why we fast, what the Bible says about it, and how getting uncomfortable can open the door to God's blessings in unexpected ways. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! Resources: Darren Whitehead's The Digital Fast at https://www.thedigitalfast.com/ Christy's Start Your Day Planner at https://www.christywright.com/store 7 Steps to Stop Feeling Discouraged at https://www.christywright.com/podcast

Our guest is MART GREEN, founder of Mardel, co-founder of IllumiNations, Ministry investment Officer at Hobby Lobby, and one of the most influential leaders in the generosity and ministry space in America. Mart is also the co-author of Learning to be Loved. We discuss faith, generosity, family, legacy, discipleship, and much more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: DIGITAL FAST 2025 – register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com. And CONVOY OF HOPE - Please donate to the Hurricane Helene relief effort and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still responding to devastation in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and TN because of Hurricane Helene and Milton. Providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, diapers, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work as you support orgs end of year. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Find out more about CH Ministries here Click here to get a 25% discount on the Dwell Bible App. Today's Happy New Year conversation is akin to dancing with a 500-pound gorilla with balance issues because most of us are going to get our proverbial toes pinched! The reason why is we're going to get real about how our daily digital gluttony ~ from scrolling through social media, Googling down one rabbit trail after another, perusing the pretend aisles of Amazon Prime, and reconnecting with old high school flames who slid into our DMs ~ is making us heartsick. Multiple highly regarded scientific studies over the past few years have revealed that the excessive time most of us spend staring at our phone screens has a negative impact on our neuro-pathways, as well as our primary relationships. Plus, there's irrefutable proof now that adolescents' brains ~ which are still developing ~ become more sensitive when anticipating social rewards and punishments over time with increased social media usage. In other words, the measurable result of all those hours our kids are spending on TikTok and viewing reels, is a heightened sense of insecurity and self-doubt. Not installing boundaries on the amount of digital data we're consuming every day is the neurological and emotional equivalent of giving a hungry fox the key code to our chicken coup, y'all! So here's the deal ~ after hanging out with my pastor today, Dr. Darren Whitehead ~ who's an expert when it comes to the corrosive consequences of the constant digital barrage of modern culture ~ we're going to invite you to join us for a relatively brief digital detox here at the beginning of 2025 and learn how making our smart phones a little dumber will make our relationships with God and each other a whole lot richer! For some of you saints this single conversation has the potential to change the trajectory of '2025 and not only redeem huge chunks of time locusts have devoured in your life but quite possibly begin the closing the intimacy gap you've unwittingly allowed your phone to create between you and the people you love. So please grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and a notebook or journal and pull your chair up on the porch with us for this caboose of 2024 conversation. Happy New Year ~ we're really happy you're here. Save on Dwell hereLearn More about Upward Sports here

It's time to welcome Darren Whitehead and Joey Odom to Linch with a Leader. In this episode, Mike, Darren, and Joey discuss the profound impact of technology on family relationships, sharing personal stories and insights on how they are leading their communities to reclaim valuable personal and family time from digital distractions.Welcome to the Linch with a Leader Podcast, where you're invited to join the spiritual principles behind big success, with host Mike Linch.Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an episode:Watch: @linchwithaleaderPrefer just listening? SUBSCRIBE to the podcast here:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dJfeLbikJlKlBqAx6mDYW?si=6ffed84956cb4848Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/linch-with-a-leader/id1279929826Find show notes and more information at: www.mikelinch.comFollow for EVERYDAY leadership content and interaction:Follow on X:  https://x.com/mikelinch?s=20Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikelinch?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://www.instagram.com/mikelinch/?...JOIN Mike for a Sunday at NorthStar Church:www.northstarchurch.orgWatch: @nsckennesawLearn more about Aro:https://www.goaro.com/our-storyFollow Aro:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goaronow/?hl=enRead ‘The Digital Fast': https://www.thedigitalfast.com/#digitaldetox #familytime #techlifebalance

As we prepare our resolutions for the new year, Shannon revisits her conversation with author and Pastor of Church of the City Dr. Darren Whitehead to discuss ways we can take a break from technology and focus on the things that truly matter in life.   In his book, The Digital Fast: 40 Days to Detox Your Mind and Reclaim What Matters Most, Pastor Whitehead explains how by depending less on our phones, we can strengthen our relationship with God. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our guest is MIKE FOSTER, executive coach, speaker, host of the Fun Therapy Podcast, and author of the groundbreaking book The Seven Primal Questions. Mike is a longtime friend, and has worked with hundreds of leaders, companies and teams to help them build healthy cultures and discover their primal question. We discuss my primal question, how to turn your primal question into your primal superpower, self awareness, his advice to leaders, and much more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: KINSMEN JOURNAL – Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as follow and subscribe to the FREE podcast titled Faith, Fatherhood and Work with Peter Ostapko, Kinsmen publisher and founder. A perfect fit for men's small group discussion. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to their Podcast and newsletter.And DIGITAL FAST 2025 – register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com.

In this episode of Rhythms for Life, Rebekah and Gabe Lyons sit down with Darren Whitehead, pastor of Church of the City and author of The Digital Fast. Together they discuss navigating a digitally saturated world.Darren shares his experience with a "Digital Fast" experiment he initiated at his church, which aimed to reduce digital distraction and address our growing dependence on technology. The conversation touches on how digital devices impact mental health, relationships, and community connections— especially among the first generation raised in the era of social media.As you head into the holiday season, this episode will help you intentionally disconnect from digital media and create new rhythms to purposefully connect with family, friends, and God.RESOURCES:Participate in THINQ's “Let's Talk Tech Detox.” Sign up for Rebekah's Family Tech Detox Guide.Bring the 28-Day Digital Fast to your family, workplace, or church in the New Year!Check out more from Darren Whitehead, including his new workbook, The Digital Fast Workbook: Detox Your Mind and Reclaim What Matters MostRhythms Retreat is November 21-22 in Franklin, TN. Reserve your spot now and use code RFL100 to save $100.Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 in Nashville, TN.More from the THINQ Podcast Network:THINQ Media Podcast with Gabe LyonsThe InFormed Parent with Suzanne PhillipsNextUp with Grant SkeldonNeuroFaith with Curt ThompsonUnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

On this episode Brad shares a timely leadership lesson on Why the Best Leaders are Connectors instead of Networkers. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: DIGITAL FAST 2025 – register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com. And CONVOY OF HOPE - Please donate to the Hurricane Helene relief effort and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to devastation in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and TN because of Hurricane Helene and Milton. Providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, diapers, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

While the 2024 election season has come to a close, the holiday season is fast approaching. As people process the results at hand, how can we have compassion for those with whom we disagree?   Author and Pastor of Church of the City Dr. Darren Whitehead reminds people not to gloat, but instead, to have conversations and listen to people in order to unite during an otherwise divided time. Later, he discusses the benefits of taking a break from technology as outlined in his book, The Digital Fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest is KEVIN KELLY, author of the game changing book Excellent Advice for LIving: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier. Kevin is the founding editor of Wired Magazine, and considered one of the most influential thinkers and innovators in the world. He is a popular speaker, author of multiple books, the original author of the "1000 True Fans" idea, publisher of Cool Tools and Recomendo, and host of the Cool Tools Podcast. We talk leadership, his new book, the difference between wisdom and advice, advice for young leaders, travel, and more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: DIGITAL FAST 2025 – register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com. And OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD – Join in on the Christmas shoebox campaign this fall! Operation Christmas Child has been reaching millions of children each year with the good news of Jesus Christ through simple shoebox gifts. Get involved at http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. Even in the hardest to reach places of the world, churches are being planted and communities are transformed. You can pack a shoebox this year and reach a child with the good news of Jesus. National Collection Week is November 18-25. Build your shoebox and find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. 

Do you feel overwhelmed by social media or glued to your phone? Join Levi and Jennie as they chat with Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor and author of The Digital Fast. Darren shares insights on reclaiming your sanity through a 40-day digital detox, how his church embraced this challenge, and why it's never too late to unplug. Plus, big news about the Movement Conference and stories from the heart about parenting and purpose. Get ready to detox, reset, and find joy in what truly matters. Connect with us on social!Darren: @darrenwhiteheadLevi: @leviluskoJennie: @jennieluskoFresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links]Darren's book: https://amzn.to/3ZZFgODDigital fasting resources: https://bit.ly/3ZZc5ewGet the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHYGet the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Want to be on the next Q&A episode? Send us your questions! https://bit.ly/3RonhJI Time Stamps00:40 - Overcoming Social Media Overwhelm01:01 - Darren Whitehead on Digital Detox03:22 - Movement Conference Special Guests06:06 - Parenting Teens and Social Media15:06 - Cultural Differences Between Australia and America40:21 - Details on the Digital Fast