Knowing that Hollywood is not out to entertain us but to lead our families away from Christianity, we should actively monitor all worldly media entering our homes.
Be Watchful and Discerning: “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8 ESV).
Maintain Open Communication: “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear” (Ephesians 4:29 ESV). Continually discuss the potential impact of media choices.
Implement Restrictive Measures: “If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away” (Matthew 5:29 ESV). Set up parental controls or content filters to limit access to worldly media.
Limit Media Choices to what is healthy: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things” (Philippians 4:8 ESV). Always seek content that is edifying, inspiring, and aligns with biblical values.
Determine to Limit Media Consumption: “I will not set before my eyes anything that is worthless” (Psalm 101:3 ESV). Dedicate your time instead to activities that promote spiritual growth and strengthen your relationship with God.
Lewd Media is Detrimental to Your Spiritual Well-being: Job 31:1 (ESV) – “I have made a covenant with my eyes; how then could I gaze at a virgin?”
YouVersion – Get Involved in a Daily Bible Reading Plan: “I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you” (Psalm 119:11 ESV). Immerse yourself in God’s truth, equipping yourself with a solid foundation that helps discern and resist the allure of worldly media.
Friend, Are You Protecting Our Faith and Families by Guarding Against Worldly Media?