Garbage In: Garbage Out

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In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob explores one of the most overlooked truths in the Christian life: what you consume shapes who you become. Your habits, entertainment, media, and daily inputs are forming your heart—either toward Christ or away from Him.

With humor, honesty, and biblical wisdom, Rob shares real-life stories about binge-watching Stranger Things, over-immersing himself in World of Warcraft, and drifting spiritually as a newlywed trying to find a church home. Through these moments, he unpacks the deeper spiritual principle behind the phrase “garbage in, garbage out.”

You’ll learn:

• Why your imagination and emotions are shaped by what you watch, scroll, and listen to
• How subtle habits and entertainment can quietly disciple you
• What Psalm 1 and John 15 teach about spiritual inputs and fruitfulness
• Why drifting from God often happens slowly, not suddenly
• How one small, intentional change can reorient your heart toward abiding in Christ

Rob also offers a simple but powerful weekly challenge: replace one daily input with something that stirs your affections for Jesus.

Whether you’re feeling spiritually dry, overwhelmed by noise, or simply hungry for deeper growth, this episode will encourage you to make intentional choices that lead to an abiding, joy-filled life in Christ.

Keywords: Christian spiritual formation, abiding in Christ, Christian habits, spiritual drift, Psalm 1 devotional, John 15 teaching, Christian podcast, discipleship, Christian encouragement, spiritual growth, media consumption and faith, garbage in garbage out sermon

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