Technology: 21 st Century Idolatry? Marcus & Amy Overstreet FDC 2009.
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Transcript of Technology: 21 st Century Idolatry? Marcus & Amy Overstreet FDC 2009.
Idolatry: What does the Bible say?
Galatians 5:19-21Exodus 20:1-61 Peter 4:3Isaiah 44:6-20Romans 1:25-26, 29-321 Co 10:13-14Colossians 3:5Ephesians 5:1-6
What does this mean for us?
ParentsSingles, Campus, Teens Idolatry affects our
decision-making Honest Deceitful Pure Impure
Technology becomes the tool for sin
Technology Becomes the Idol
• Laziness• Selfishness (stunted
social skills)• Anger• Violence• Foolish talk• Impurity• Measuring stick: What
do you spend most of your time doing?
Practical SuggestionsParents:• Avoid “don’t like it &
don’t understand it” arguments.
• Get to the heart. You will not be around to enforce boundaries forever.
• Get involved. Learn how to use technology. Use it to encourage.
Practical Suggestions
Parents:• Keep an eye on FB &
MySpace pictures.• Do not underestimate
“foolish talk” (Eph 5:4)– Check out the texts
(amount, times, who) each month.
– Proverbs 10:19: “Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.”
Practical SuggestionsALL:• Consider idolatry as
dangerous as deceit or impurity.
• Set boundaries: amt of time & time of day
• Understand good & bad of texts, FB, MySpace