Show Notes
We all have “subscription fatigue” these days, but beneath all those monthly fees lies the realization that we are paying for access and actually own nothing. In this episode, Kelly dives into the subscription economy – everything from streaming movies and music to renting software, digital books, and video games. Without knowing it, the subscription economy is changing the way families think about possessions, limits, and responsibility. When everything is instant and virtually unlimited, natural opportunities to develop desired character are gone.
Thinking biblically about this cultural norm requires that we understand the difference between materialism, consumerism, and faithful stewardship. This may mean canceling a few subscriptions, but ultimately it’s about intentionally raising children to be good stewards of what God entrusts to them.
Articles referenced:
DVDs are the new vinyl records: Why Gen Z is embracing physical media
Digital Media Monitor
Apple Media Terms
Amazon Kindle Terms of Service
Sony: Physical Disc Production ending in January 2028
Scripture referenced:
Genesis 1:1
Psalm 24:1
Isaiah 44:24
John 1:3
Colossians 1:16
Revelation 4:11
Luke 12:15
1 Timothy 6:6-7
Ephesians 2:10
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