\Mark 16:15 "And he said to them, 'Go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel to the whole of creation'"
We have a unique opportunity during this period of our history. Technology has opened up the world in ways it has never been before. We can post things on social media - and many of us do - but how are we using this powerful source? Many people use it innocently by posting sweet pictures of babies, puppies, and kittens. Some people use it as a place to share recipes and DIY ideas, while others share special moments in life or memories. Then other people use it as a platform. There has been a lot of harshness and division because of these often more inflammatory uploads, which are frequently political in nature or, more recently, about everything that surrounds Covid.
We, as believers, have a new opportunity to Proclaim the Gospel through this medium. Some people are already doing that by, again, posting short verses or memes, but is there a more powerful application for us as individual disciples of Jesus? Churches have certainly embraced online services during the lock-down and beyond. This enables us to share our church services to those we know all over the country or the world. We have learned to worship together as a body while we are apart.
Video streaming platforms are another way to share the Gospel. I have seen many people do this, although I cannot say everything I have seen has been free of judgment. I certainly have listened to my share of Christian music artists on these platforms as well. Music is another powerful way to share the Good News with others. I, obviously, have chosen to write a blog to share my testimony and the truth of God's immense love for His creation, and the redeeming sacrifice of our Savior Jesus. I am also feeling called to begin something else in this area. Stay tuned.
Just some food for thought: Is there any way, perchance, that you can reach others through technology? It is both a terrifying and exhilarating time to be a follower of Jesus.
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Lehann - Just did a project with my students where they had to find and review a Christian APP. They had a series of questions to answer, they had to rate it, and give a STAR Review. I said the exact same thing to them - we have these powerful $1000 devices in our hand - how can we use them FOR GOOD? Where can the positive come from?? They found some awesome APPS but my fear is post assignment, it will be back to the usual. I have hope and faith that if it's helped at least a few, then lesson well learned.
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