So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31
Yes, many people find they outgrow hobbies over time, like intensely playing video games, collecting certain items as a kid, participating in competitive sports that become too physically demanding, or even heavily following specific music genres that no longer resonate as interests evolve with age and life changes.
Some examples of activities people might outgrow:
- Intense video game playing: Spending hours on complex games that require high focus may become less appealing as responsibilities increase.
- Competitive sports: Participating in physically demanding sports like football or basketball might become less feasible as one ages.
- Collecting items: Accumulating large collections of toys, trading cards, or memorabilia might lose interest as priorities shift.
- Teenage hobbies: Activities like extreme skateboarding, heavy metal music fandom, or frequent clubbing may become less appealing with maturity.
- Crafting activities: Detailed crafts like intricate paper cutting or beading might become less desirable if time constraints become a factor.
I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
John 10:10
Talk with God about your hobbies. Below are some prompts that might help. Consider journaling your conversations with God, and have fun with Him!
- Eric Liddell said, “I believe God made me for a purpose, but He also made me fast. And when I run, I feel His pleasure.” Tell God, “I believe You made me for a purpose too, but you also made me ____ . And when I _____ , I feel Your pleasure.” (Fill in the blanks with your hobbies or recreational pursuits, then talk back and forth with God about them.)
- God, I sometimes feel guilty when I want to do certain things recreationally, because I worry that they’re not worth the time or money to me or to Your Kingdom. Let me tell you my dreams, and You speak to my heart.
- God, how do You want to give me personal joy, freedom, and inspiration through my hobbies?
- God, how do You want to work through my hobbies to glorify Yourself?
- God, show me what You would like for me to learn from this blog about my hobbies and recreational interests. Let’s talk about it.
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