Being a Media Savvy Christian

We live in a world dominated by communication media. Whether it be movies, TV, music, books, magazines, games, internet or radio, everyday we encounter at least one of these. The scary thing is that the standards presented in the media are mostly worldly. At best they are like junk food to our souls, and poison at their very worst.

So how should we live in the age of media? These two articles have some pretty good insights.

:: It's Never 'Just a Movie'
Frequently we use media simply for a diversion. How often do you sit down in front of the tube and say, "You know, I want to find something on that is mindless and I can just veg out to"? We think it's harmless enough. Yet research shows...(read more)

:: Like to Watch
Wherever we look, technology blasts us with the world's values, attitudes, and false definitions of reality. The popular media lie to us about the nature of goodness, truth, and beauty. They offer counterfeit versions of what a family is supposed to look like, what romance is, what success is all about, and where we should spend our money...(read more)