An Analog Life in a Digital WorldSample

These verses from Philippians act as a guide for us when we interact with others through social media or shared screen time. When you feel embarrassment, judgment, or frustration rise within you, do you remind yourself to fight for harmony, tenderness, and compassion? Are you trying to impress others, or are you committed to valuing others above yourself? These are hard things to do, but what the world really needs to see are Christians who act differently, who use technology in a better way, and whose words and actions lead to the waters of life that Jesus offers his followers. Verse 3 says to do nothing from selfish ambition – today that might mean do nothing for the likes, comments, or reactions; do nothing to show off; do nothing to build your reputation or follower count. 

Social media allows us to connect to others like never before, which means we have the opportunity to “look to the interest of others” like never before, too. What are your primary goals when you use social media (or shared screen time like playing video games with others or watching shows as a family, etc.)? What is one thing you could do to increase your “interest of others”?

Take a Next Step: When you hop on social media today, look for an opportunity to live out today’s passage in a creative way.

Use this prompt to lead you into prayer:

God, show me how to love someone today…