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Social Media and the Christian: A Biblical Approach to Online Engagement

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Christians should use social media intentionally: maintaining integrity, pursuing genuine community, guarding against vanity and comparison, and remembering our ultimate identity is in Christ.

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Social Media and the Christian: A Biblical Approach to Online Engagement

In our hyperconnected world, social media has become an unavoidable part of daily life for most Christians. The question how we can use these platforms with biblical wisdom and integrity.

Key Biblical Principles for Social Media

Ephesians 4:29 reminds us: "Do only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen." This applies directly to our social media presence. For deeper exploration of digital discipleship, explore Understanding the Gospel, AI and Spiritual Formation, and Should Christians Use AI Chatbots?.

Your online witness matters deeply. Matthew 5:16 encourages us: "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." See Balancing Technology and Personal Testimony in Sharing Faith and Nurturing Digital Discipleship for practical frameworks on maintaining authentic witness online.

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