In this episode, Pastor Eric and I discuss how Christians can biblically and thoughtfully navigate the blistering speed of social media and the omnipresence of social media. Similar to stand-up comedians who are constantly mining their lives for material, unchecked social media use can quickly lead to distraction and inauthenticity. Our aim is to think theologically about how believers can engage with social media without over-consumption.
Eric is on staff with me at Stonington Baptist Church in Paxinos, Pennsylvania, where he lives and serves with his wife, Jade, and their son, Rosco. You can connect with him on Facebook.
Resources
“The Best Part Of Quitting Comedy,” Peter James
“Quitting Comedy: Relief or Regret?” Peter James
“Push notification masochism,” an article by yours truly
“I’m not who I want to be,” an article by yours truly
The Remarkable Ordinary, Griffin Gooch
Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment, Bradley Gray
Grace: So Much More Than You Know and So Much Better Than You Think, Bradley Gray
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