Award-winning Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Hamilton has shared her perspective on how technology and social media can be used for spiritual growth, drawing a powerful parallel between the ministry of Jesus and modern digital tools.In a recent interview, Hamilton revealed that she no longer carries a physical Bible to church, instead reading scripture from her phone using a Bible app.

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While embracing the convenience of digital reading, she emphasized the mental discipline required to resist distractions on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, choosing instead to focus on prayer and spiritual growth. "It takes a lot of mental maturity to say I will not go on Facebook, I'm actually going on the Bible app. I'm going to pray," Hamilton shared.

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Reflecting on her visit to Israel, Hamilton noted that Jesus, if alive today, would likely use social media platforms to reach people. She pointed to the spot where Jesus preached from a boat, recognizing it as a marketplace and center of activity where people gathered, much like modern digital spaces. "If Jesus was in this era, he would have a YouTube account, an Instagram account, a Facebook account," Hamilton said.

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She encouraged believers to be intentional with their use of technology, ensuring that their online actions are uplifting and beneficial to others. “Make sure that whatever you're using your phone for, it is blessing you, it is blessing others, it is affecting generations, it’s affecting society,” she added.

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Hamilton’s remarks highlight the importance of navigating the digital world with purpose, aligning technology use with spiritual values and positive impact on society.

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