The Deep Human Need to Be Seen and Known in a Culture of Sensationalism

We live in a world buzzing with noise—endless content, relentless stimulation, and a constant invitation to look everywhere but inward. We’re drawn to the spectacular because it momentarily wakes something deep inside us: our longing to feel significant, to feel connected, to feel seen. But beneath the pull of sensationalism lies a much older truth—one woven into the fabric of our being by the God who formed us. When we pause long enough to look past the noise and tune into the One who knows us fully, we begin to uncover the steadiness, identity, and divine design that no amount of scrolling can touch.