The university where I teach as an adjunct professor provide laptops and computers for each student. While this can be an aid to students in many ways. I have discovered one thing it hinders learning . A laptops can become a distraction during class. Because the students take notes on their laptops, they have them open on their desk during class. The problem is that they find texting their friends, visiting Facebook, or checking on the Internet more interesting than their lectures.
A laptop loses value in the learning environment if it becomes a distraction -- even if what the students are doing is positive.
Good things can do that. Things that have value can draw our attention from what we should be paying attention to. This was true for Martha. Luke 10:40 says she was "distracted with much serving." which took her away from spending time with Jesus. In the same way, a good hobby can have value in and of itself. But if it distracts you from your family responsibilities or relationship with God, some changes are needed.
Are life's good options distracting you from what your primary priorities should be? return, as Jesus told Martha as to what "is needed." --- Dave Branon
A Prayer: Help me, Lord, to make and to keep
right priorities. To put You and time with You first.
Give me discernment and the willingness
to obey You, today. Amen.
We were created to glorify God.
Source: Our Daily Bread 2011
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