In a world dominated by endless scrolling, constant notifications and the pressure to always do more, Christian YouTuber Gabe Bult believes this is the moment to return to the timeless habits found throughout Scripture.
In a recent video, Bult shared eight biblical disciplines that he says have dramatically changed his own life, offering practical wisdom on everything from spiritual growth and finances to physical health and productivity. While the advice is deeply practical, Bult repeatedly points viewers back to the example of Jesus and the principles found throughout God’s Word.
1. Spend Time in the Wilderness
Bult begins by encouraging Christians to seek seasons of solitude with God intentionally.
“Almost every major figure in the Bible spent some time alone,” Bult says. “And it wasn’t always punishment; sometimes it was preparation.”
Pointing to Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness before beginning His earthly ministry, Bult says believers today are often too overstimulated to hear God’s voice. Instead of constantly filling every quiet moment with music, podcasts or social media, he encourages Christians to embrace silence, prayer and time alone with the Lord.
2. Practice Contentment
The second habit is learning to be satisfied with what God has already provided.
Quoting Paul’s words in Philippians about being content in every circumstance, Bult says contentment is one of the greatest antidotes to comparison and consumerism.
“When we’re content with what we have, whether it’s a little or it’s a lot, then we have true power,” he says.
Rather than constantly chasing what others have, Christians can experience greater joy and peace by trusting God’s provision.
3. Stay Out of Consumer Debt
Bult next turns to biblical financial stewardship.
Referencing Proverbs’ teaching that “the borrower is slave to the lender,” he warns against unnecessary consumer debt and encourages Christians to pursue financial freedom.
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“If you’re in debt,” Bult says, “you should treat it like an absolute emergency.”
While acknowledging that investments such as real estate can be different, he cautions against allowing credit card debt and unnecessary loans to become lifelong burdens.
4. Pursue Excellence for God’s Glory
Drawing from 1 Corinthians 10:31, Bult challenges believers to approach every responsibility with excellence.
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do… do it for the glory of God.”
Instead of doing the bare minimum at work, at home or in ministry, Bult encourages Christians to give their very best because ultimately they are serving Christ.
5. Honor God by Caring for Your Body
Bult also emphasizes physical stewardship, pointing to Paul’s teaching that believers’ bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.
“If your body is a temple,” he asks, “do you just throw your old junk in a temple?”
He encourages healthy eating, regular exercise and caring for one’s body—not merely for appearance, but to better serve God, spouses, children and others.
6. Remember the Sabbath
One of Bult’s most personal admissions comes when discussing rest.
“I’ve been admittedly struggling with this,” he says before explaining his efforts to intentionally observe a weekly Sabbath.
After years of working every day, Bult has begun protecting Sundays by stepping away from emails, work projects and constant productivity.
“It’s okay to unplug,” he says. “It’s okay to have times of rest.”
He believes intentional rest allows believers to recharge spiritually and physically while resisting the cultural pressure to always stay busy.
7. Live a Life That Counts
Bult then points to John 21:25, which says the world could not contain all the books that would be written if everything Jesus did were recorded.
Reflecting on that passage, he encourages Christians to spend less time consuming entertainment and more time investing in meaningful experiences.
“You and me can do so much stuff in three years,” Bult says.
Whether serving others, spending intentional time with family or growing spiritually, he believes Christians should pursue lives filled with purpose rather than passive routine.
8. Create More Than You Consume
Bult closes with perhaps his most distinctive challenge.
“The first thing we hear about God… God created,” he says.
Because humanity is made in God’s image, Bult argues that Christians were also designed to create rather than endlessly consume.
“When I create, I feel fulfilled,” he says. “Try to create more than you consume.”
Whether writing, building, serving, teaching or making something that blesses others, he believes creating reflects God’s nature far more than endless hours spent scrolling through digital content.
As distractions continue multiplying in today’s culture, Bult’s eight habits serve as a reminder that spiritual maturity is often built through simple, consistent disciplines rooted in Scripture. Jesus repeatedly withdrew to pray, modeled faithful stewardship, valued rest and lived every moment with purpose. These biblical habits offer more than practical advice—they provide a roadmap for living intentionally in a world constantly competing for their attention.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the newly released book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
