In a world filled with distractions, it's easy to feel like our attention is being pulled in many different directions. Have you ever found yourself engrossed in your phone, only to realize you've missed a meaningful moment with someone you love? Join us in this episode as we explore the challenges of distractions. Katie Westenberg and Mentor Mama share personal insights and practical tips to help us reclaim our focus and live more intentionally, keeping the focus where it matters most: God and His nearness. The Ever-Present Distractions: Ever feel like distractions are invading our pockets and wrists, robbing us of precious moments? We get it. We've all been there. Distractions have always existed, but the accessibility and proximity have changed, challenging our ability to combat them effectively.The Distraction Within Us: Our minds are wired to be easily distracted, but the real issue arises when distractions settle into our hearts. Distractions not only affect surface-level focus but can permeate our hearts, making us lose sight of our true purpose.Recognizing the Tipping Point: As a mom of teenagers, Katie shares her tipping point when she realized distractions weren't just a personal struggle but something she needed to navigate for her children.Distinguishing Interruptions from Distractions: Jesus saw people as the real ministry, not interruptions. Katie explores the difference between being annoyed by distractions and embracing interruptions as opportunities for connection. If you've ever struggled to maintain focus in your daily life, this episode is for you. Join us on this journey of being un-distractible. Don't miss out—hit play now and let's navigate distractions together! Book: But Then She Remembered ESV Wide Margin Bible Blue Letter Bible In-Depth Bible Study Academy Course 6 How to Understand Context is Course 6. Use Code CBTPODCAST to get 50% off this course! CBT In-Depth Bible Study Academy Complete and comprehensive Bible study academy.  Support the showCheck out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. There you'll find: Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journals Coffee and Bible Time Courses Coffee and Bible Time Membership (weekly devotionals sent right to your inbox!) Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on Instagram Visit our Amazon Shop Learn more about the host Mentor Mama Email us at [email protected] Thanks for listening to Coffee and Bible Time, where our goal is to help people delight in God's Word and thrive in Christian living!