Andy Crouch on the difference between a device and an instrument, and how your phone can be both.
In September 2022, CPX brought U.S. author Andy Crouch out to Australia to deliver our annual Richard Johnson Lecture. While he was here, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to film Andy answering a bunch of questions about technology and human flourishing that are especially targeted at high-school students.
Below you'll find eight bite-sized videos from Andy that explore topics such as screen addiction, the pressures of social media, what true friendship looks like, and more. Included with each video are a few suggested questions and activities for use in the classroom. We've also collated a bunch of other CPX material on these topics that you might find useful.
Wondering how to incorporate these resources into the classroom? Get in touch today!
Andy Crouch on the difference between a device and an instrument, and how your phone can be both.
Andy Crouch on why the “superpowers” technology gives us aren’t always good for us.
Andy Crouch on how using social media less doesn’t mean missing out on what everyone else is talking about.
Andy Crouch on how we can construct meaningful and lasting friendships in a world of superficial connections.
Andy Crouch shares the number one thing he recommends that we change when it comes to how we use our…
Andy Crouch on why we need most of our life to be private and personal, rather than public.
Andy Crouch says there’s a way back from from our dependence on our devices.
Andy Crouch says our addiction to screens isn’t just a problem for “digital natives” – it’s a problem we all…
Andy Crouch has some questions about your relationship with your devices
Simon Smart on chess-playing robots, the promises and disappointments of technology, and human flourishing.
CPX Intern Luka Jamieson reflects on what running using the fitness app Strava has in common with belonging to a faith community.
Barney Zwartz on loneliness, belonging, and building community during lockdown.
Simon Smart on how to beat FOMO.
Natasha Moore writes about the downsides of the 24-hour news cycle, and the new filter she’s applying to her clicking habits.
Simon Smart reflects on our society’s loneliness epidemic, and how we might build relationships of depth and meaning.
Justine Toh reflects on the impact social media often has on attention, connection, community, and friendship.
Justine Toh gapes at screen-time estimates across different generations – and reflects on insights from Andy Crouch on technology.
Barney Zwartz reflects on new research that shows the rise in screen-time among Australians.
Anna Grummitt on what Khloé Kardashian’s reaction to an unapproved photo reveals about our desire for control and fear of rejection.
Mark Stephens reflects on what we can do about the experience of boredom during isolation.
Barney Zwartz on how Christmas has moved from being a time of reflection to one of distraction.
