Social Media 1: Our Business?

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Audio:  https://youtube.com/shorts/7wzODBo_tLE?si=PDgRbQdk7v4mWTXk


The Bible warns us about being a busybody, someone who meddles in matters that are not their own. In today’s digital world, that can look like scrolling through Facebook or Instagram, sharing disturbing news, or getting too involved in what others post.

1 Thessalonians 4:11 says, “And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you.”

Social media makes it easy to look into the lives of others. We see their updates and start to compare, criticize, covet, or even feel things we can’t explain. Maybe their post feeds something in our flesh. Maybe we feel bothered but can’t quite put our finger on why.

Whatever it is, the Word reminds us to be quiet and mind our own business. That doesn’t mean we stop caring. It means we stay focused on our walk with the Lord and don’t allow ourselves to drift into distraction or judgment.

If you find yourself scrolling and noticing others’ lives, turn it into something useful. Pray for them. As their faces come across your screen, lift them up to God. Ask Him to bless them, guide them, and work in their hearts. That way, instead of feeding the flesh, you’re feeding the Spirit.


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